The song “Ma Sar” (It Did Not Happen) by Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbi was chosen by EMI Records Company to be included in an international CD of music by artists from around the world. Haifa’s song was placed right after a song by British well-known singer Boy George.
According to the several news sources, this marks the first step for Haifa in her quest to reach international fame. Her second step will be marked on July 30, 2003 as she is scheduled to hold a performance on the famous French Lido Theater in France, being the second Arab singer to have such an opportunity.
Wahbi denied recent circulating rumors that she has gotten married to a wealthy Arab and quit her career. The singer stressed that she is not currently involved in any relationship and does not intend on being so for the time being.
Haifa added that despite the weakness of her voice, she is proud of the success she has so far achieved as a singer. The singer noted that she does not consider herself to be talented as a singer but rather as a performer. She has the tendency to perform her songs and that is what has given her notice in the music industry. She added that she does not mind the negative criticism she has received from the media for the mere fact that she admitted her capabilities the moment she decided to become a singer.
Wahbi has stressed that she is not willing to change her style in singing and performance despite the continuous criticism she has been receiving. Haifa said that the fact that many Arab satellite television stations have stopped airing her music videos due to the seductive dancing, does not affect her success in any way.
Wahbi also revealed that she is currently undergoing extensive singing lessons to improve her voice and her performance. The singer is also practicing on her performance style saying she feels that it is the wisest decision she made since she took on singing.
Haifa is also working on releasing a new album which she says will surprise her fans in ways they never imagined possible. She admitted that she had not put in all her efforts in her first album for she was saving all her talents for her upcoming release. She added that her upcoming album is surely to create a shock to all her fans for they will see her in a way they never had before. - Albawaba.com
