1. Faouzia Ouihya, known mononymously as Faouzia, is a Moroccan-Canadian singer-songwriter and musician.
18 Facts About Faouzia
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Faouzia released several singles and collaborated with many musicians on vocals and songwriting prior to releasing her debut extended play, Stripped, in August 2020.
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Faouzia Ouihya was born in Casablanca, Morocco to Mohammed Ouihya and Bouchra Alaoui.
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Faouzia moved with her family at the age of one to Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, Manitoba in Canada, before settling in the rural town of Carman, Manitoba.
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Faouzia was raised Muslim and often traveled to her native country.
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Faouzia began writing songs and poems when she was five years old and playing piano at the age of six.
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Faouzia speaks fluent English, French, and Arabic; the latter being the one she mostly used with her family.
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Faouzia began posting her songs and other covers on YouTube which led to a contract with Paradigm Talent Agency.
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Faouzia performed with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra at The Forks, Winnipeg celebrating the 150th anniversary of Canada.
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Faouzia is featured in the song "Battle" on David Guetta's studio album 7, announced on 24 August 2018.
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Faouzia featured in the song "Money" on French rapper Ninho's studio album Destin and the song got certified gold on 9 July 2019.
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In early 2020, Faouzia was invited by Kelly Clarkson to translate her song "I Dare You" to Moroccan Arabic, which was released on 16 April.
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On 5 November 2020, Faouzia released the single "Minefields" alongside American singer-songwriter John Legend.
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On 21 March 2021, Faouzia released "Don't Tell Me I'm Pretty" on YouTube.
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On 14 April 2023, Faouzia released "I'm Blue", which was previously released on YouTube on 30 August 2019.
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Faouzia cites her parents and sisters as her biggest influence in pursuing a music career.
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Faouzia grew up listening to pop musicians Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Beyonce, Sia, Adele, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend.
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Faouzia told that "Say Something" by A Great Big World featuring Christina Aguilera and "Hello" by Adele are some of her favourite songs.