Ali Khodami (born April 16, 1990), better known by his stage name Sorena, is an Iranian rapper. In his music, Sorena explores social and political issues, with a particular focus on the role of women in society.
Sorena addresses political themes in various ways through his music, but his initial silence during the start of the Woman, Life, Freedom Movement sparked controversy. However, he later voiced his support for the movement on social media. Ali Sorena is known as the "Lonely Man" because he performs most of his works solo and releases them as full albums. Notable examples include Negar and Gavazn. Like many other underground artists in Iran, Sorena works independently of the government, facing numerous challenges in releasing his works. In response to the 14th presidential election, Sorena declared the election illegitimate, writing the following on his Twitter account:
The album Khoone Khorshid, one of the rare collaborations of Sorena with other Persian rap artists, was created in collaboration with Bahram Nouraei and released in November 2024. The album's visual design was done by Erfan Ashourian, with artistic direction by Setareh Malekzadeh.
The album Mojassemeh, released on February 20, 2025, features a remarkable blend of instrumentals that elevate its atmosphere and narrative. The production is shaped by the contributions of acclaimed composers and producers including Saeed Dehghan, Atour, Farshad, PooYar, and Ali Sorena, whose work adds depth and character to the record.
The released singles by Sorena are divided into two categories: