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A campaign is aiming to launch a Palestinian lullaby to the Christmas number one spot. The campaign seeks to provide aid to communities in Gaza while also highlighting Palestinian cultural expression.

A Possibility for Solidarity and an "Unlikely Coup"

Composer and producer Brian Eno, who contributes to the track, stated that the song titled Lullaby represents a moment to stand with Palestinians over the Christmas period. He remarked the potential for an unexpected chart success.

“That would be amazing if that happened, yes,” he commented. “I won't be completely let down if it fails to, festive releases are a unique phenomenon.”

Defiant Message of Dignity and Freedom

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

“It occupies a profound significance for countless listeners,” Barghouti shared. “The essence is that I would prefer a dignified death than exist without freedom. This is the primary message of the song; we seek to lead a life of dignity that we are entitled to as Palestinians.”

Recording Origins and Contributing Musicians

The single was laid down following a solidarity show held in the autumn. Originally intended to be captured during the live event, the piece was shelved during the concert due to scheduling overruns.

The diverse array of performers featured on Lullaby includes a selection of prominent voices from the industry. All took part in the benefit event, which managed to collect a substantial amount for humanitarian aid.

Creation and Launch

Lullaby was crafted by a trio of music creators. The single showcases a mix of the original Arabic with freshly written English words.

The team running the project have stated that their aim is to generate maximum funds for a specific fund. These donations will be channeled to projects in Palestine through an non-profit partner.

“We don’t have a rigid aim,” a spokesperson explained. “We will pursue as much as possible. Obviously, the greater the amount, the better. Every penny goes out to the people of Gaza.”

The context in the area was characterized as its profound destruction, with a vast majority of buildings reportedly in ruins or severely impacted.

“Against that backdrop, a few million doesn’t make a massive dent. But I think the significant factor is above all spreading knowledge of this plight and proving there’s another side to the story.”

The single 'Lullaby' is scheduled for release on Friday. Additionally, a complete film of the charity concert will be made accessible to view on a popular streaming site from mid-December.