From Kerala to Muscat: Faaxy Wins MTV Europe Music Award and Showcases Oman Through Music

Faaxy’s first widely released single, “Faaxy Code” (2021), introduced audiences to his distinctive style, blending pop and hip-hop elements with digital production. His follow-up, “You Are The One” (2022), gained notable attention for its music video shot across Oman’s scenic landscapes, including Ad Dimaniyat Islands and Jebel Shams. According to Times of Oman, the video has surpassed 100,000 views on platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music, and Faaxy has described it as a tribute to his adopted home, aimed at promoting tourism and celebrating Oman’s natural beauty.

In 2023, Faaxy’s rising profile culminated in him being honored with the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Arabia Act, a testament to his growing influence across the Middle East and beyond.

Beyond his professional achievements, Faaxy remains connected to his cultural roots. He has participated in cultural events celebrating Keralite heritage, including the Onam festival in Noida, India, in August 2023, where he highlighted the festival as a symbol of unity among the Malayali community.

Faaxy’s discography reflects a steady evolution of sound and style, with albums such as Tempting (2019), Let Me Say a Little (2021), and In The Darkness (2021), alongside singles including “Falling For Another,” “I Am Faaxy,” “Ne Na Ve,” and “You Broke.”

As Faaxy continues to blend his technical background with his musical ambitions, he represents a new generation of independent artists crafting global music stories from local roots and putting Oman on the international music map in the process.