Shahd brings a raw honesty to ‘Maystahloush,’ a track she co-wrote with Mostafa Wefky. The vocalist pours her heart into every line, supported by a melody that blends traditional Arabic influences with modern beats. It’s a song that cuts deep, revealing the pain of betrayal and the strength to move on.
Released: January 16, 2026
Maystahloush
Shahd
Lyricist
Mostafa Wefky
Composer
Mostafa Wefky, Shahd
Maystahloush Lyrics Translation – Shahd
Mostafa Wefky’s lyrics tell a story of exhaustion and resilience. ‘No one will support you but your own legs’ stands out as a powerful reminder to rely on yourself. The songwriter uses straightforward language to describe the hurt of being let down by those closest to you.
Kunt safilkoum dayman shayelkoumI was always sincere with you, always looking out for you.
W shoft minkoum taab w gerahBut I only got exhaustion and wounds from you.
Shoft el azeya men a’rab ma leyaI felt the harm coming from my closest ones.
Gayin aleya w nefsi ya nas artahThey’re ganging up on me, and I just want to find peace.
Tab shed heilak mahadesh fadilakSo stay strong, because no one’s really there for you.
Mahadesh yishelak gher reglak‘No one will support you but your own legs’.
Dol byeb’ou ganbak w aamlin habaybakThey stay by your side, pretending to be your loved ones.
De lissa saybak w yerouh ye’oul aleykOne just left you and is already out there talking behind your back.
Maystahloush yethabbou bas mabyethabboushThey don’t deserve love, and they’re simply unlovable.
Di nas ghariba wishaha makshoufThese are strange people, and their true faces are now exposed.
Mayarafoush wala khasha wala kasoufThey don’t know any sense of ‘khasha’ (modesty) or decency.
Matet-amaloush besaraha entou matet-ashroushYou shouldn’t be dealt with; honestly, you’re impossible to live with.
Waqt el wagaa ana mabshofkoushWhen I’m in pain, I don’t see any of you.
Law rgaatou ana ma-arafkoushIf you ever come back, I won’t know who you are.
Kunt maakouI was right there with you,
W mdalaakouand I treated you so well.
W gebt akhri khalas malletI’ve reached my limit and I’m totally fed up.
Hab-ed w ansakouI’m going to walk away and forget you.
Aadi bhawakouIt’s fine, do whatever you want.
Men elli shoftou ana estakfeytAfter everything I’ve seen, I’ve finally had enough.
Rouhou le ghernaGo find someone else.
Ha tehassou b-khernaThen you’ll realize just how good I was to you.
Gayin akhernaWe’ve reached the end of the line.
W begadd zah’aninAnd honestly, I’m just tired of it all.
Kol elli bennaEverything that was between us,
Rah sana sanafaded away year after year,
Nasin gemelnaas you forgot my kindness.
Howa entou teb’ou minWho do you think you even are?
Maystahloush yethabbou bas mabyethabboushThey don’t deserve love, and they’re simply unlovable.
Di nas ghariba wishaha makshoufThese are strange people, and their true faces are now exposed.
Mayarafoush wala khasha w kasoufThey don’t know any sense of ‘khasha’ (modesty) or decency.
Matet-amaloush besaraha entou matet-ashroushYou shouldn’t be dealt with; honestly, you’re impossible to live with.
Waqt el wagaa ana mabshofkoushWhen I’m in pain, I don’t see any of you.
W law rgaatou ana ma-arafkoushIf you ever come back, I won’t know who you are.
The English lyrics of ‘Maystahloush’ explore the theme of betrayal and self-reliance. Shahd’s powerful voice drives the message home, making it a standout track for anyone who’s ever felt abandoned by those they trusted.
