Balqees
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Balqees's career is marked by groundbreaking achievements. She was the first female artist to perform live in Saudi Arabia after a 40-year ban, a historic moment that opened doors for women in the region. Her performance at MDLBeast in 2025, before 450,000 people, stands as one of the largest concerts in the Gulf. She has also been featured on the cover of Vogue Arabia, a testament to her cultural influence. Her work with UNICEF has brought attention to children's issues, and she continues to inspire a new generation of artists.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Appointed as a goodwill ambassador to advocate for children's rights.
Vogue Arabia Cover Feature
Featured in 'The Gilded Era' cover story celebrating her influence.
Rankings & Lists
Top Influential Arab Artists
Magazine Covers
Vogue Arabia
2025-04
The Gilded Era of Balqees Fathi
Records & Feats
First female artist to perform live in Saudi Arabia after a 40-year ban
In 2013, Balqees became the first woman to hold a public concert in Saudi Arabia since the ban was lifted, marking a historic moment for women in the region.
Performed before 450,000 attendees at MDLBeast
Her 2025 performance at MDLBeast in Riyadh drew a crowd of 450,000, one of the largest audiences for a female Arab artist.