🔗 Share this article

A campaign is aiming to launch a Palestinian lullaby to the Christmas number one spot. The campaign hopes to deliver assistance to people in Gaza while also showcasing Palestinian cultural expression.

An Opportunity for Unity and an "Surprise Victory"

Renowned figure Brian Eno, who features on the track, stated that the song titled Lullaby represents a chance to stand with Palestinians over the Christmas period. He remarked the potential for an unlikely festive coup.

“It would be fantastic if that came to pass, yes,” he stated. “I’m not gonna be completely disheartened if it doesn't manage to, holiday tracks are a category of their own.”

Resilient Spirit of Self-Determination

Palestinian singer Nai Barghouti, who features in the adaptation of a traditional lullaby called Yamma Mwel El Hawa, explained the song's resilient spirit.

“It occupies a deeply meaningful spot for a lot of people,” Barghouti said. “The essence is that I would rather die in dignity than spend my life without freedom. That is the core idea of the song; we seek to lead a life of dignity that we merit as a people.”

Recording Origins and Star-Studded Lineup

The single was laid down following a major charity concert held in the autumn. Initially planned to be captured during the live event, the rendition was shelved during the concert due to scheduling overruns.

The impressive roster of performers featured on Lullaby features a selection of prominent voices from the industry. All were part of the earlier concert, which reportedly raised a considerable total for humanitarian aid.

Production and Release

Lullaby was brought to life by a team of music creators. The song features a combination of the traditional Arabic lyrics with new English lyrics.

The organizers behind the campaign have emphasized that their goal is to generate maximum funds for a charitable pot. These resources will be channeled to initiatives supporting Palestinians through an established charity.

“We don’t have a specific target,” a representative said. “We’ll go for as much as possible. Of course, the more the merrier. It all goes out to the people of Gaza.”

The context in the area was noted for its profound destruction, with a huge proportion of buildings described as destroyed or damaged.

“Against that backdrop, a few million doesn’t make an enormous impact. But I think what does make a difference is above all making this cause better known and showing that another narrative exists.”

The track is set to be released on Friday. Additionally, a video of the benefit event will be made available for streaming on a digital service from later in the month.