Ghali
Ghali is an Italian-Moroccan rapper and singer known for his unique blend of hip-hop and pop music. He gained widespread recognition for his hit songs that often address themes of identity, culture, and social issues, particularly regarding his experiences as a person of color in Italy. Ghali's music often reflects his multicultural background and his commitment to representing marginalized voices. He has been an influential figure in the Italian music scene and is celebrated for his distinctive style and lyrical depth. Recently, he made headlines for his comments on social media regarding a duet performed by Israeli singer Noa and Palestinian-Israeli artist Mira Awad at the Sanremo Music Festival, expressing skepticism about their message of peace.
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Ghali was not mentioned by Petrecca during his performance, which Bulbarelli highlighted.
Olimpiadi, la «telecronaca perfetta» di Bulbarelli. E sui social c'è chi scherza: «Precisissimo, sembrava trollasse Petrecca»
Italy· 2026-02-24
Ghali is a rapper who publicly supported Palestine and was not acknowledged by Paolo Petrecca during his performance.
Rai och Paolo Petrecca i blåsväder efter OS-sändning
Sweden· 2026-02-19
Ghali, arguably the most vital artist on the bill, felt like a lonely representative of a multicultural Milan the organisers didn’t actually want to engage with.
The Winter Olympics is a dazzling spectacle – but on the ground in Italy the mood is darker | Jamie Mackay
United Kingdom· 2026-02-13
Ghali is a rapper born in Milan to Tunisian parents who was not named during the broadcast.
Novinarji Rai sredi domačih olimpijskih iger v štrajk
Slovenia· 2026-02-12
Ghali expressed his feelings of being overlooked during the Olympic ceremony despite his performance.
Ghali dopo la cerimonia olimpica: «Pace, armonia e umanità? Non ho sentito niente di tutto questo»Italy· 2026-02-07
Ghali is a rapper born in Milan to Tunisian parents who was not named during the broadcast of the event.
Enajstletniku, ki ga je voznik avtobusa nagnal v sneg, častno mesto ob zastaviSlovenia· 2026-02-07
Ghali, a singer, raised controversy regarding censorship during his performance at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony.
«Figuraccia Rai alla cerimonia di apertura»: le polemiche dopo l'inaugurazione delle Olimpiadi. Pd e 5S: superati i limitiItaly· 2026-02-07
Ghali was criticized for promoting his new album during the ceremony.
Cerimonia d'apertura delle Olimpiadi, l'ultima grande festa di San Siro: Laura Pausini in playback, Francesco Favino decanta Leopardi, fischi per VanceItaly· 2026-02-07
Ghali was notably not mentioned by Paolo Petrecca during the telecast, despite his presence at the event.
Paolo Petrecca, Bulbarelli e tutte le gaffe nella telecronaca Rai della cerimonia olimpica: da «i brasiliani con la musica nel sangue» alla figlia di MattarellaItaly· 2026-02-07
Ghali performed a poem of peace during the opening ceremony.
Mariah Carey’s lip-syncing allegations, Andrea Bocelli’s chill-inducing aria, and more memorable moments from historic opening ceremony
Australia· 2026-02-07
Ghali read a poem by Gianni Rodari during the opening ceremony.
Empiezan los Juegos de Invierno de las dos antorchas | Deportes
Spain· 2026-02-07
Ghali recited a poem against war by Gianni Rodari during the Olympic inauguration ceremony.
Ghali censurato? È polemica sulla Rai: «Mai nominato, per lui nessun primo piano»Italy· 2026-02-07
Ghali made a brief appearance during the ceremony but was described as too subdued.
Winter Olympics 2026 opening ceremony review – disco-dancing opera masters upstage Mariah Carey | MusicUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-07
Ghali sang about peace during the Olympic ceremony.
Le luci dei Giochi Olimpici brillano anche per San Marino
San Marino· 2026-02-07
Italian rapper Ghali performs with dancers.
Photos: Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony
United States· 2026-02-06
Ghali is an artist mentioned in the context of expressing his views on political issues.
Bebo Storti: «Quando ho sfilato con il Senegal alla cerimonia di apertura dei Mondiali di sci (travestito da leghista nero)»Italy· 2026-02-06
Ghali will perform at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics opening ceremony.
La scaletta della cerimonia di apertura delle Olimpiadi di Milano CortinaItaly· 2026-02-06
Ghali is a Milanese rapper who shot to fame when his single reached No. 1 in the Italian charts in 2016.
Winter Olympics live updates: Canada falls to U.S. in mixed-doubles curling ahead of Olympics opening ceremony in Italy
Canada· 2026-02-06
Rapper Ghali is expected to create the most excitement in Italy.
Olympia 2025: Aufregung um Rapper Ghali vorab - Meinung
Germany· 2026-02-06Ghali is a rapper of Tunisian origins who has been involved in political controversies regarding his participation in the Olympic ceremony.
Olimpiadi, il post (polemico) di Ghali che sarà sul palco della cerimonia: «È tutto un gran teatro»Italy· 2026-02-05
Ghali is an Italian rapper who will perform at the opening ceremony.
Milano – Cortina; su il siparioSan Marino· 2026-02-05
Ghali performs with the children's choir at the ceremony.
Come sarà la cerimonia d'apertura delle Olimpiadi: l'ellisse al centro del campo, le sculture sugli spalti, Mariah Carey canta «Volare» (e Laura Pausini l'inno nazionale)Italy· 2026-02-05
Ghali is a prominent figure in the contemporary Italian cultural scene and a voice for a generation in constant movement.
Ghali alla cerimonia di apertura delle Olimpiadi, il ministro Abodi: «Non condividiamo il suo pensiero, che non sarà espresso su quel palco»Italy· 2026-01-26Ghali is one of the artists performing during the blackout in Turin.
Blackout a Torino: dieci ore senza corrente elettrica. Bufera su Iren (che brancola nel buio) e sul sindaco Lo Russo (che cerca l'interruttore della luce)Italy· 2025-06-16
Italian singer Ghali, who was born in Milan to Tunisian parents, urged people to vote in an online post.
Italians vote in referendum on easing citizenship requirementsCanada· 2025-06-09
The Italian singer Ghali urged people to vote in an online post regarding the citizenship referendum.
Activists fear low turnout threat to Italy referendum on easing citizenship rules | ItalyUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-08
The rapper Ghali urged his fans to vote in favor of the referendum on naturalization.
En Italie, un référendum organisé sur la naturalisation et le droit du travail malgré l’opposition de Georgia Meloni
France· 2025-06-08
The popular rapper Ghali urged his fans to vote 'yes' in the referendum, advocating for the recognition of long-term residents as citizens.
Référendum en Italie, les citoyens appelés à voter sur la naturalisation et le droit du travail
Monaco· 2025-06-08The singer invites people to vote 'yes' and shares his personal experience of obtaining Italian citizenship.
Referendum, l'appello di Ghali per andare a votare: «Diritti, lavoro e cittadinanza, si parla di cosa vuol dire far parte di un Paese»Italy· 2025-06-05
Ghali was one of the most anticipated performers at the Primo Maggio concert and made a political statement by unfurling a large Palestinian flag.
I Patagarri sul palco: «Palestina libera». La Comunità ebraica: «Ignobile. Una esibizione sinistra e macabra»Italy· 2025-05-01