Kuwait's Sons of Yusuf on turning Gulf conflict and oil into hip-hop history
The National · 21 Jun 2026

Kuwait's Sons of Yusuf on turning Gulf conflict and oil into hip-hop history

For more than a decade, Sons of Yusuf have made songs that sound like Kuwait remembering itself. The Kuwaiti hip-hop duo’s music carries the humour, cadence and cultural texture of the Gulf. Over time, their songs have become tied to memories of neighbourhoods, friends, old videos and particular mom


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The Kuwaiti hip-hop duo Sons of Yusuf blends cultural memories and local experiences into their music, reflecting the Gulf's history and identity. Their work serves as a nostalgic reminder of community and heritage in Kuwait.


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