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Egyptian rapper TIBA released his latest single, Raye2, a unique blend of nostalgia and modern pop culture. The track features a sample from Ehab Tawfik's 2002 hit Allah 3alik Ya Sidi, and is produced by TIBA and Ouella. This fusion of past and present in Raye2 is sure to intrigue and excite fans. The release of Raye2 is a significant milestone in TIBA's career.

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Despite its chill title, the track was born during a challenging period for the artist, symbolising a beacon of positivity in the midst of chaos. TIBA and Ouella dedicated three months to the track, overcoming delays caused by sample clearance issues from High Quality record label. TIBA's journey in clearing the sample was a testament to his resilience and determination, and is sure to evoke empathy and support from his fans.

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The video, packed with references from the '90s and early 2000s, reflects TIBA's love for vintage aesthetics. It includes nods to Talaat Zein’s music, the famous Shik Shak Shok song, and pop culture references from The Big Lebowski and Breaking Bad.

The storyline features El Raye2 character, an Egyptianised version of The Dude. He gets kidnapped and ends up "cooking" music in yellow hazmat suits with Ouella. Finally, after El Raye2 creates some hits and makes a fortune, he loses everything! The ending of the video adds a comical twist to the narrative.

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Raye2 is available on all major streaming platforms, and the video is on TIBA's YouTube channel. Fans can also look forward to TIBA's first EP this summer and his new single, Kan Mel Awel, released on July 9th.