Mahmood

Full / Real Name: Alessandro Mahmoud

Alessandro Mahmoud, known professionally as Mahmood, is an Italian singer‑songwriter born on 12 September 1992 in Milan to an Egyptian father and an Italian mother. He first gained national attention after winning the prestigious Sanremo Music Festival in 2019 with his introspective hit “Soldi”, a track that blended contemporary pop, R&B and hip‑hop influences while addressing themes of family and identity. The song topped the Italian charts, earned a platinum certification and propelled Mahmood onto the international stage at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019, where he finished in second place, further cementing his reputation as a fresh voice in European pop music. Since his breakthrough, Mahmood has released two studio albums – “Gioventù bruciata” (2019) and “Ghettolimpo” (2021) – both of which showcase his baritone vocal timbre, lyrical honesty and genre‑bending production. He has collaborated with artists such as Sfera Ebbasta, Charlie Charles and Elisa, and his singles “Rapide”, “Dorado” and “Brividi” (with Elisa) have continued to dominate Italian airplay. Mahmood’s work has earned him multiple awards, including an MTV Europe Music Award for Best Italian Act, several Wind Music Awards and a nomination for the prestigious IMPALA Album of the Year. He remains a prominent figure in contemporary Italian pop, known for his distinctive voice, multicultural background and willingness to explore personal narratives through music.