The use of the saz in rap instrumentals represents a broader trend of within the Arabic hip-hop scene:
The track is a piece by Sero Produktion Beats , originally released on September 16, 2015 , as part of the album New Rap Beats & Sad Hip Hop Instrumentals under the label EXMGE Music . This instrumental is categorized as Hip-Hop/Rap and is characterized by a somber tempo of 80 BPM , designed to evoke a melancholic and emotional atmosphere through the use of traditional Middle Eastern stringed instruments . Composition and Sonic Characteristics Saz (Sad Arabic Hip Hop Beat Mix) (Rap Instrumental)
You can find this instrumental on major streaming platforms and digital stores: Saz (Sad Arabic Hip Hop Beat Mix) (Rap Instrumental) The use of the saz in rap instrumentals