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Somali songs are pentatonic.That is, they only use five pitches per octave in contrast to a heptatonic (seven note) scale such as the major scale.At first listen, Somali music might be mistaken for the sounds of nearby regions such as Oromo in Ethiopia, Sudan or the Arabian Peninsula, but it is ultimately recognizable by its own unique tunes and styles.
According to Somali gabay dhaanto was believed to have been created by the nomadic Ogaden/Jidwaaq and Marreexaan clans. The origin of dhaanto could be traced back to Gödey Somali region of Ethiopia. The dhaanto dance-song was revived in the early 20th century and it was used to raise the 'spirits' of soldiers and was often sung on horseback.
Soomaaliyeey toosoo" is a well-known Somali song that dates from the early 1940s. It was first composed by Yusuf Haji Adam and Cali Mire Cawaale. It was first composed by Yusuf Haji Adam and Cali Mire Cawaale.
During the Somali civil war, Baxsan composed lyrics and poetry in support of peace and reconciliation. [5] There are several love songs that Baxsan was famous for, such as Cirradiyo Jacaylka (lyrics by the poet Mohamud Abdullahi Isse Singub), which she asked him to compose when she was struggling with an old love affair. [2]
Among the most influential and enduring of Somali singers, Samatar has a musical corpus of over 200 songs, and has performed several duets with other popular Somali artists, including Saado Cali, Khadija Qalanjo and Seynab Haji Ali. Samatar credits his exposure to Somali folklore and cultural festivals at a young age with his artistic achievements:
In the 1970s, Magool sang famous patriotic songs while Somalia was at war with Ethiopia over the Somali Region. By the late 1970s, while she still interpreted love tunes, Magool also began singing Islamic songs that criticized Somalia's then ruling military government. A self-imposed exile followed, which would last until 1987.
Somalis have a rich musical heritage centered on traditional Somali folklore. Most Somali songs are pentatonic; that is, they only use five pitches per octave in contrast to a heptatonic (seven note) scale such as the major scale. Somali art is the artistic culture of the Somali people, both historic and contemporary.
He and his brother Ahmed Mooge Liibaan started singing and composing Somali literature at a young age. He worked as a school teacher before starting his music career. He and his brother were members of the Waaberi musical ensemble, the most popular Somali music group at the time. He was very popular, especially for his abilities on the oud.