<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Artist Abdul Majeed Abdullah was chosen to participate in the first series launched by “Billboard International”, as he is the first Arab artist to receive this high international recognition.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl( 187, 48%, 51% );">Abdul Majeed Abdullah is the first Arab in Billboard</span> </h2><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1500/1875;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/0d5ddb53-3c1a-4696-a7f6-f7690e36c3ad.webp" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The first series will feature a selection of stars from all over the world, including British star Dua Lipa, Chinese star Yang Kun, Indian star Diljit Dosanjh, and others.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> In its first edition, this series will contribute to highlighting artists who played a pivotal role in shaping the music scene, and celebrating them on a large scale as an essential part of the global music industry in contemporary history.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl( 187, 48%, 51% );">Billboard Awards</span> </h3><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1000/1250;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/eed1867c-68b4-4d7d-957e-06fc7916bf7a.png" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> This honor came after the launch of the first edition of the “Billboard Arab Music Awards” ceremony on December 11th at the King Fahd Cultural Center in Riyadh. During the ceremony, the Saudi artist Abdullah received the “Lifetime Achievement” award, in addition to the “Artist of the Year” and “Best Artist” awards in the “Gulf Song” category.</p><h4 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl( 187, 48%, 51% );">Billboard Statements</span> </h4><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/600;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/33a7ccb5-48f3-4ef4-a814-28b2f4bed06d.jpg" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> “Having the iconic Saudi artist Abdulmajeed Abdullah on Billboard’s first global series is an exceptional achievement, highlighting the high profile of Arab art and Saudi music on the global stage,” said Hannah Karp, Billboard’s editorial director. “This step embodies the growing and influential role of Arab artists in shaping the global musical culture, especially as this series reflects Billboard’s global reach and profound influence, and celebrates artists and their timeless achievements.” </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:780/439;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/4f66d1af-e2f3-45c4-b0ad-ea64a13fadb5.jpg" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The special edition of the veteran Saudi artist, Abdulmajeed Abdullah, will celebrate his rich history spanning more than 40 years, during which he has presented immortal works that have transcended the boundaries of time and geography. Abdullah continues to top the charts and the box office, reflecting his significant and significant influence on the music scene and confirming his pioneering position.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> On the other hand, Abdul Majeed Abdullah has a solid presence on the Billboard Arabia charts, as his songs maintain their position on the Hot 100 and 100 Artists, in addition to regularly topping the list of the Top 50 Gulf Songs.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p>