Mahabbah (Love) is the eleventh studio album by Malaysian nasheed group Rabbani. It was released on 18 December 2009 by Rabbani Production.
After lead vocalist Asri Ibrahim passed away on 13 August 2009, Zulkiflee Azman officially took over as lead vocalist on 20 August. According to Azadan, a member of Rabbani, a few months before his passing, Asri had told a concert promoter, "If I am not around, it is fine because Zul can sing," indicating that he suggested Zulkiflee as his replacement. Azadan added that Zulkiflee's vocals are more universal compared to Asri Ibrahim's, which were more influenced by Middle Eastern styles.
Rabbani then began work on their new album. Mahabbah was recorded at four studios in early November 2009. All songs were performed by Zulkiflee, except for "Inikah Petanda," which had been recorded two years earlier with Asri Ibrahim and featured Mawi. The album was produced by Daqmie, who also composed five of its songs. It includes the song "Kejora Sinar Zaman," dedicated to the late Asri Ibrahim, and a longer version of the theme song for the RTM television program Syahadah.
Mahabbah was released on 18 December 2009 with âÂÂNurul Imanâ as the lead single. The album was sponsored by PRM Global and distributed by Warner Music Malaysia. The album was nominated for Best Nasyid Album and Best Nasyid Song at the 17th Anugerah Industri Muzik in 2010.
Credits adapted from the album liner notes.