Cabdi Kariim Jiir

Abdikarim Farah Qarey “Abdikarim Jiir”is undoubtedly one of the most brilliant living Somali music composers. His musical works are very popular among Somalis across the globe.

He rose to eminence in the 70s with his remarkable performance of the famous song of “Beledweyn” written by M I Hadraawi. This song was received with unprecedented jubilation by the Somali public and set a new standard for Somali musicians.

Serenity and quietude are generally said to be natural conditions in which the creativity of the artist flourishes, he is now the director of Somali national theatre.