Cairo, Egypt – In a new international recognition of her artistic career, Tunisian star Latifa has received an official invitation to join the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences—the organization behind the global Grammy Awards—thereby joining an elite group of artists, musicians, and music creators from around the world.
Latifa formally accepted the invitation, commencing her membership in one of the world’s most prominent musical institutions. This move reflects the stature she has attained throughout her long artistic career—one that has transcended the boundaries of the Arab world and featured diverse musical endeavors, cementing her status as one of the most distinguished Arab voices.
A global music institution
Academy membership holds special significance, as it places Latifa within a global community comprising an elite group of artists, music creators, and industry specialists, thereby offering her greater opportunities for engagement and networking within the global music scene.
Membership is also linked to the voting process and the selection of nominated works, artists, and winners for the Grammy Awards—a new recognition of Latifa’s career and her musical journey spanning decades.
An art activity coinciding with “My Exact Lookalike”
This international recognition coincides with a period of intense artistic activity for Latifa, as she continues to release songs from her new album, *Shibhi Bil-Milli* (Exactly Like Me). The album comprises 13 tracks and features collaborations with some of the most prominent lyricists, composers, and arrangers.
With this album, Latifa presents a diverse musical blend that combines the artistic identity the audience has known for years with a spirit of innovation and an embrace of modern musical trends.
With this album, Latifa presents a diverse musical blend that combines the artistic identity the audience has known for years with a spirit of innovation and an embrace of modern musical trends.
Since its release, the song “Shibhi Bil-Milli” has garnered widespread engagement across music platforms and social media, and has topped numerous playlists in various Arab countries.
Through this artistic activity, Latifa continues to strengthen her presence in the music scene, coinciding with her admission as a member of the academy that organizes the Grammy Awards—a move that marks a new milestone in her career and underscores the expansion of her artistic journey across a broader spectrum of the Arab music landscape.



