Young Lebanese artist Maritta Hallani surprised her audience with her first public appearance following her separation from music producer Camille Abou Khalil. She made the appearance in her brother Al-Waleed Hallani’s new music video titled "Nasi" ("Forgetful").

Her appearance, which came just weeks after announcing the divorce, sparked widespread engagement across social media, with many praising her boldness and the timing of her return.

Symbolic Messages in "Nasi" Music Video

At the end of the video, Maritta is seen holding a sign that reads "01", followed by a striking scene where she holds a real heart in her hand. The imagery carried strong symbolic meaning and raised questions among viewers, particularly in light of her personal circumstances.

Strong Public Reaction

The video received a positive reception, with many viewers seeing Maritta’s participation as a fresh start after her breakup—a message of strength and readiness to return to the artistic scene. Others speculated that her appearance might be a prelude to new artistic projects.

"Nasi": Al-Waleed Hallani Gives Voice to the Pain of Betrayal

"Nasi" delves into the feelings of betrayal by loved ones, portraying emotional disappointment with sorrowful and poignant lyrics. The song opens with: "Nasi elli kanu nasi, la’bu bi-ihsasi, la’buha biya" ("They forgot who were once mine, they played with my feelings, they played me"), evoking a sense of heartbreak and deceit.

The lyrics further express the depth of sorrow, even in the presence of light, with a striking verse: "Love is on one side, illusion on the other—oh woe, the sunlight in my eyes feels like night." The climax of the pain comes in the final line: "They wounded my heart, oh heart, they wounded you, oh heart."

A New Collaboration Between Al-Waleed Hallani and Carl Husseini

This project marks the third collaboration between Al-Waleed Hallani and music arranger Carl Husseini, following their successful songs "Zalam El Zaman" and "Keef". The "Nasi" music video was directed by Rudy Maalouf and shot in a dramatic cinematic style.