Umm Kulthum

Egyptian singer from Tamay ez-Zahayra (1898-1975). 'The Star of the East,' 'The Voice of Egypt.' The most famous and influential singer in the history of the Arab world. Monthly concerts broadcast across the Arab world for decades. 'Enta Omri,' 'Al-Atlal.' Songs lasting over an hour. When she died, millions filled Cairo's streets.