Sulekha Ali (Somali: Suleekha Cali, Arabic: زليخة علي) is a Somali-Canadian musician. Based in Ottawa, she attended Carleton University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (BA Hons) degree in Human Rights. Her choice of tertiary studies has significantly influenced her music, which is noted for its thoughtful, socially conscious lyrics.

Suleekha Ali
زليخة علي
Background information
BornSomalia
OriginOttawa, Ontario, Canada
GenresPop
Years active2000s-present
Websiteiamsulekha.com

Ali's hit singles include "Hooyo" ("Mother" in the Somali language) and "Time and Time".[1]

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References

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  1. ^ Omar, Farid (19 July 2012). "Sulekha Ali: Queen of Lyrics redefining the music world". Digital Journal. Retrieved 4 December 2013.
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