Jonathan Mergui


Jonathan Ya'akov Mergui, known professionally by his family name Mergui, is an Israeli singer, songwriter and dancer. He attained his fame following his participation on the fifth season of "Rising Star", where he reached second place in the competition.

Biography

In 2017–2018 he appeared on "Rising Star". On the "screen level", Mergui sang the song "How Far I'll Go" from the movie "Moana", which lifted the screen and won 88%. In February 2018 he qualified for the grand final of the series, he competed against Chen Aharoni, Netta Barzilai and Riki Ben Ari. At the grand final event he won 205 points, trailing at second behind Netta Barzilai – with 250 points.
In September 15, 2019 he released "Ma Iyea", his debut EP produced by Johnny Goldstein. It includes the singles "Asur" and "Hakol Shakuff".
Since September 2018 Mergui is in a relationship with the singer Noa Kirel.

Discography

EP's