Arabic music originated from Bedouin nomadic life, and the earliest rhythm was a song sung by camel drivers according to the rhythm of camel's marching. In the era of Jasilier, the folk songs sung by camel caravans appeared, and the ritual ceremonies of polytheism were often accompanied by corresponding carols. Before Islam came into being, Arabs liked poetry very much. They compiled poems into various types of songs, including religious songs, caravan songs, battle songs, love songs and so on. Correspondingly, some musical instruments were introduced, including tambourine, flute, oboe, pipa, etc., which became common musical instruments for Arabs.
The Arab people love music very much and think that music and poetry can promote social relations and purify the relationship between men and women.