Hanan al-Neel
Sudanese singer
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Hanan al-Neel (Arabic: حنان النيل) is a Sudanese singer with a visual impairment.[1] She is known particularly for traditional and folk Sudanese music. Her work is celebrated for its authentic representation of Sudanese culture and heritage, often featuring the oud.[2] She retired from singing in 2003 for religious reasons.[3] Among her notable works is the song "Ya Morsal," which highlights her ability to blend traditional melodies with contemporary themes.[4]
She is from Ad-Damar, the capital of River Nile State, and was born in Block 2, next to the house of the scholar Professor Abdullah El Tayib.[5]