Zain Bhikha is a South African singer-songwriter who performs Islamic  nasheed. Associated with other Muslim musicians, including Yusuf Islam and Dawud Wharnsby, Bhikha has collaborated on albums and also released several solo albums. 

Bhikha sometimes performs with a drummer and several backup vocalists who were the African singers in the Disney cartoon movie The Lion King. He is widely known for the 2000 release A is for Allah.

On 24 April 2008, Bhikha participated in an international annual singing competition, named the Al Mahabbah Awards Festival, in Abu Dhabi. Bhikha was accompanied by the aforementioned drummer and backing singers. One song they performed was “Peace Train”, composed by Yusuf Islam.

Zain Bhikha is a South African Muslim nasheed singer, songwriter and performer. He is best known for his Islamic-themed music and his use of traditional African and Middle Eastern instruments in his compositions.

Bhikha was born and raised in Durban, South Africa, and began singing and performing at a young age. He first gained fame with his group, Muslims on the Mic, which toured internationally and released several albums in the 1990s. In 2000, Bhikha released his debut solo album, “Mountains of Makkah,” which became a hit in the Muslim world and established him as a leading voice in Islamic music.

Bhikha’s music is known for its positive, spiritual message and its fusion of traditional Islamic themes with contemporary sounds and instrumentation. In addition to his work as a musician, Bhikha is also an active humanitarian and has used his platform to raise awareness about issues such as poverty, education, and the environment.

Throughout his career, Bhikha has released numerous albums and has performed at venues around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. He has also been recognized for his contributions to Islamic music, receiving several awards and accolades, including the BBC Radio 3 Awards for World Music and the MTV Europe Music Awards.

Bhikha is considered a pioneer in the Islamic music industry and has inspired many other Muslim artists to pursue careers in the field. His music has been enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds, and he continues to be a popular and influential figure in the Muslim community.