Music and Ghinā’: Can One Listen to Revolutionary Songs by Non-Muslim Singers?

Practical Laws of Islam as per the teachings of Imam Khamenei

Music and Ghinā’: Can One Listen to Revolutionary Songs by Non-Muslim Singers?

English:

Question #1151:

On the face of it, some songs give the impression that they are revolutionary, and the common view suggests that as well. However, one cannot tell whether the singer is really aiming at instilling revolutionary values or entertaining the audience. What is the view on listening to this type of songs, especially if the singer is not a Muslim, yet his songs are national and contain words which denounce occupation and encourage resistance?

Answer #1151:

If the listener maintains that as per common view they are not lahwī and deviating from the way of Allah, there is no problem in listening to the songs. Thus, neither the intention of the singer nor the content has anything to do with this ruling.

-Imam Khamenei, Practical Laws of Islam, Importance and Conditions of Music and Ghinā’