a Syrian composer, songwriter, and music producer of Palestinian heritage. Born in Damascus, he began playing guitar at age 12 and was writing his own music by 14. While studying mechanical engineering at Damascus University, he became involved in several bands exploring rock, pop, and traditional Middle Eastern music. In 1995, Rimawi co-founded the Syrian band Kulna Sawa, becoming one of its principal songwriters, composers, arrangers, and producers. The group gained a following across the Arab world and performed internationally, including appearances in Europe and the United States. Rimawi contributed extensively to the band's albums, including Safinet Noh (1998), Shi Jdeed (1999), and Musaique (2004). He established Rimawi Studio in Damascus in 2001 and went on to build a successful career composing music for television. His notable credits include Maraya (2006), Forgiveness (2011), Death Game (2013), Pack Your Bags (2014), Rouge (2014), The Godfather (2015), Cello (2015), Regret (2016), Orkadia (2017), Safe Distance (2019), and Souq Al Harir (2020). In 2012, Rimawi signed with Sony Music Middle East and released his debut solo album, Tales from Damascus. He followed it with Silence in Syria (2016) and Damascus Now (2018). Alongside his work in television, he has performed in major concert venues throughout the Middle East and internationally, including the Damascus Opera House. His compositions are known for blending traditional Middle Eastern melodies with orchestral arrangements and contemporary musical influences.