The music video "Waqt Al-Hob" receives widespread engagement from Carole Samaha’s fans

Carole Samaha: "I filmed this video in 2023, and every time I wanted to release it, circumstances caused further delays"

Lebanese artist Carole Samaha has released the music video for her new song "Waqt Al-Hob" (Time for Love) after repeated delays that lasted nearly two years since its filming.

The video received widespread engagement from audiences across social media platforms, with viewers praising its calm and romantic atmosphere, noting that it reflects a soft and soothing aesthetic.

Carole Samaha shared the video on her official Instagram account, explaining the reason for the delay: "I filmed this video in 2023, and every time I wanted to release it, circumstances caused further delays. It has been ready for two years, and I hope this time it will be released successfully… I decided to include the song 'Waqt Al-Hob' in my album 'Mukhtalifa' and let it come out this time without delay."

Fans’ Reactions

The audience reaction was strong, with comments reflecting admiration for both the video and the song, praising the Lebanese artist’s choice of lyrics.

The Song and the Album "Mukhtalifa"

The audio version of "Waqt Al-Hob" was released last December on YouTube and all music platforms, standing out for its dreamy and romantic atmosphere. The lyrics were written by poet Salim Assaf and composed by Bojan Vasic, with one of the notable verses:

"Ya Habibi, now is the time for love… Put the world aside… Think only of us… This moment we have long awaited"

A Distinctive Album

The song is part of Carole Samaha’s latest album "Mukhtalifa", released in September 2024, featuring 14 diverse tracks. Carole wrote and composed seven of the songs herself, collaborating with a select group of Arab poets and composers for the remaining tracks.

Highlights of the Album

Ghanou Lahabibi lyrics by Carole Samaha, composed by Sherif Badr, Nafs, Takhdeer, Mukhtalifa, Khabini Beshanta, Bta’add written and composed by Carole Samaha, Baqeit Asad lyrics by Ahmed Al-Maliki, composed by Bilal Sorour, Ajmal Snin and Bousa lyrics by Tamer Hussein, Ktir Bkhaf lyrics and composition by Nabil Khoury, Teb Ba’adeen lyrics by Omar Sami, composed by Islam Zaki, Edhak Ya Albi lyrics by Carole Samaha and Hamad Yahya

The album reflects Carole Samaha’s rich artistic journey and her ability to deliver diverse musical works blending romance with modern rhythmic styles, confirming her status as one of the leading Lebanese artists in the music scene.