Welcome to the world of Somali arts and culture — rich, poetic, and deeply connected to nomadic life, Islamic heritage, and East African history.
Let’s take a tour of one of Africa’s most underrated cultural treasures. 🧵👇

🎶 Music & Poetry
Somalia is often called a "Nation of Poets."
From ancient oral poetry to modern rap, poetry is used to express politics, love, wisdom, and resistance.
Famous forms:

Gabay (epic poetry)

Buraanbur (female poetic form)

Hees (songs with lyrical poetry)