Nancy Ajram - Enta Eih

About "إنت إيه" (Enta Eih) - Nancy Ajram

"Enta Eih" (إنت إيه - "What Are You?") is one of Nancy Ajram's most iconic songs, cementing her status as the "Queen of Arab Pop." This catchy, upbeat track became a massive hit across the Middle East and North Africa, with its memorable melody and Nancy's sweet vocals creating an irresistible combination. The song represents the peak of 2000s Arabic pop music, when the genre was experiencing a golden age of creativity and commercial success.

Nancy Ajram: Arabic Pop Icon

Nancy Ajram is a Lebanese singer who rose to superstardom in the early 2000s, becoming one of the best-selling Middle Eastern artists of all time. Known for her girl-next-door image and catchy pop songs, she revolutionized Arabic pop by making it more accessible and mainstream while maintaining cultural authenticity. "Enta Eih" showcases her signature style: contemporary pop production with Arabic melodic sensibilities, creating music that resonates across generations and borders.

Arabic Pop Characteristics

The song blends Western pop structures with Arabic musical elements including maqam-influenced melodies (traditional Arabic musical scales), Middle Eastern percussion patterns, and vocal ornamentation characteristic of Arabic singing. The result is a sound that's both internationally accessible and distinctly Arabic—a balance that defines successful modern Arabic pop music.

About This Sheet Music

This medium-difficulty arrangement adapts the song's Arabic melodic contours and rhythmic patterns for piano while keeping it accessible to intermediate students. The piece introduces students to Arabic musical characteristics, expanding their cultural awareness while developing technical skills. It's perfect for students from Arabic-speaking backgrounds wanting to play music from their culture, or anyone interested in exploring Middle Eastern pop music.

Learning Tips

• Listen to Nancy's original recording to understand Arabic vocal style
• Pay attention to the song's rhythmic feel—different from Western pop
• Try to capture the melodic ornamentation in your playing
• Play with brightness and joy—it's a celebratory song
• Learn about maqam scales to understand the melodic structure
• Practice the distinctive Middle Eastern rhythmic patterns
• Have fun with this iconic piece of Arabic pop history

Cultural & Musical Value

• Introduces Arabic pop music traditions
• Teaches maqam-influenced melodic structures
• Develops appreciation for Middle Eastern music
• Provides culturally significant repertoire for Arabic-speaking students
• Explores fusion of Western and Arabic musical elements
• Builds understanding of global pop music diversity

Perfect For

• Intermediate students interested in Arabic music
• Fans of Nancy Ajram and Middle Eastern pop
• Arabic-speaking students wanting culturally relevant music
• Exploring non-Western pop traditions
• Multicultural recitals and performances
• Building appreciation for global musical diversity