Raffi is an Egyptian-born Canadian children's musician who has been making music for almost five decades. He is best known for his hit singles such as "Baby Beluga" and "Bananaphone". He is also a passionate environmentalist and children's rights and safety advocate, born on July 8, 1948 in Cairo, Egypt.
Raffi is a member of Folk Singer
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $10 million (2024)
Raffi, also known as the beloved Folk Singer in Egypt, has built a successful career that has contributed to his estimated net worth of $10 million by 2024. With his soothing melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and captivating performances, Raffi has won the hearts of music lovers across Egypt. Having a distinct ability to connect with his audience, he has garnered immense popularity and commercial success throughout his musical journey. Through his talent, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit, Raffi has not only gained massive recognition but has also achieved financial prosperity, cementing his place as a prominent figure in the Egyptian music industry.
About
Egyptian-born Canadian children's musician with almost five decades of successful albums. He is perhaps best known for his hit singles like "Baby Beluga" and "Bananaphone." He is also a passionate Environmentalist and children's rights and safety advocate.
Before Fame
In the early 1970s while running a coffee shop, he would often frequent a local guitar store in Toronto. His career began by performing the guitar in coffee houses around the city. He then hitchhiked to Vancouver to find "fame and fortune" before finding success back in Toronto where he played his first concert for children.
Trivia
In 2013, he released the book Lightweb Darkweb: Three Reasons To Reform Social Media Before it Re-Forms Us, a book documenting the pros and cons of social media.
Family Life
His parents died within hours of each other in 1995. His brother, Onnig, was a well-known portrait Photographer and his sister, Ann, the information and privacy commission for Ontario.
Associated With
Scientist David Suzuki was featured in his 2007 single "Cool It" about calling attention to global warming.