Sami Shamsi is a Syrian-American singer and songwriter, born in Aleppo on November 15, 1990. He is known for blending contemporary Arabic pop with traditional Eastern melodies, creating music that tells stories of love, nostalgia, and the human experience. His artistic journey began at age sixteen when he was discovered and mentored by musician Nehad Najjar. A pivotal moment in his career was winning the third season of the televised talent show "Ghani with Ghassan Rahbbani" in Lebanon in 2011. Following this success, he moved to Beirut to further his studies at an art institute. Shamsi's work often explores themes of love, longing, and life away from home. As a Syrian-American artist now based in the United States, his music resonates with a global audience. He has released numerous successful singles, including "Bmhik" (2016), "Ser El 3eshe2" (2019), and the widely popular "Ya Habibi" (2020). He continues to release new music, such as "Bl Ghorbeh" (2026), solidifying his position as a prominent voice in modern Arabic music.

A pivotal achievement in Sami Shamsi's early career was winning first place in the third season of the TV talent show "Ghani with Ghassan Rahbbani" in 2011. Broadcast on Lebanon's Al Jadeed TV, this victory provided him with significant exposure across the Arab world and officially launched his professional music career. Shamsi has released several singles that have achieved significant success and millions of views across digital platforms. His 2019 song "Ser El 3eshe2" and his 2020 release "Ya Habibi" became major hits, with their music videos garnering millions of views on YouTube and solidifying his status as a contemporary Arabic pop artist. His talent was discovered at the age of sixteen by the renowned musician Nehad Najjar, who mentored him and produced his early work. Shamsi's debut single, “Mafi Ahla (klmeh Mna),” was featured on the album "Stars Of Aleppo," which was produced by Najjar, providing a strong platform for his initial introduction to the music scene.

Sami Shamsi holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Ebla Private University in Syria. Following his initial career success, he moved to Lebanon to study at the Art Institute in Beirut to further hone his musical talents.