Fathimath Rauf

Fathimath Rauf (7 October 1959) is a Maldivian singer.

Early life and career Fathimath Rauf was born and raised in the "Masodi family" where several local artists emerged as prominent singers. With the inauguration of National Centre for the Arts, she joined the centre and served for the government till her retirement in August 2017. Besides, she was bestowed with the first Gaumee Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for her rendition of the fast-paced song "Loabin Ujaalaa" from the film Dhon Manma (1992). Her high-pitched rendition of the song "Oagaaverivey Loabivaa" from the film Amaanaaiy (1998) remains as one of the most iconic songs she has recorded. After contributing to the soundtrack album of Zuleykha with the song "Heevey Ladhugannahen", her voice was not heard in any further film releases where she reasoned it as "making path for the upcoming talented singers". However, she has frequently collaborated with the Olympians band and participated in several stage performances and lent her voice for few studio albums released afterwards.

Discography Feature film

Television

Non-film songs

Religious / Madhaha

Accolades Year Award Category Nominated work Result 1983 National Award of Recognition Performing Arts - Singing