What makes Aïcha by Khaled notable?

'Aïcha' became a massive hit across Europe, peaking at number one in several countries and receiving critical acclaim for its blend of genres. The song has since become emblematic of raï music's rise on the world stage, influencing a generation of artists and contributing to the genre's mainstream acceptance. In 1996, Khaled was at a pivotal moment in his career, having already achieved international acclaim with his previous albums. 'Aïcha' followed his breakthrough album 'N'ssi N'ssi' and solidified his status as the 'King of Raï,' introducing global audiences to Algerian music.