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A fundraising initiative is aiming to propel a Palestinian lullaby to the top of the UK charts. The campaign aims to provide aid to Gaza's residents while also showcasing Palestinian artistic heritage.

A Chance for Support and an "Chart Upset"

Composer and producer Brian Eno, who features on the track, stated that the single 'Lullaby' represents a moment to stand with Palestinians during the holidays. He remarked the potential for an surprise number one.

“It would be incredible if that happened, yes,” he commented. “I wouldn't be completely disheartened if it doesn’t, holiday tracks are a category of their own.”

Defiant Message of Freedom and Dignity

Palestinian singer Nai Barghouti, who sings on the version of a folk song called Yamma Mwel El Hawa, explained the song's resilient spirit.

“It has a profound significance for a lot of people,” Barghouti said. “The essence is that I would prefer a dignified death than live a life without freedom. That’s the main theme of the song; we want to live a respectful existence that we deserve as Palestinians.”

Recording Origins and Contributing Musicians

The song was recorded after a large-scale benefit event held in late summer. Initially planned to be done as a live recording, the performance was shelved during the concert due to time constraints.

The impressive roster of artists featured on Lullaby includes a selection of well-known figures from the industry. All took part in the earlier concert, which managed to collect a significant sum for humanitarian aid.

Creation and Launch

Lullaby was crafted by a trio of talented individuals. The track features a combination of the traditional Arabic lyrics with contemporary English verses.

The group managing the project have stated that their objective is to generate maximum funds for a dedicated fund. These donations will be distributed to initiatives supporting Palestinians through an partnering humanitarian organization.

“There is no a rigid aim,” a representative commented. “We aim for the maximum achievable. Of course, the greater the amount, the better. Every penny goes out to those in need in Gaza.”

The context in the region was characterized as its widespread damage, with a huge proportion of buildings said to be in ruins or severely impacted.

“In that context, a couple of million doesn’t make that much difference. But I think the significant factor is above all raising awareness for this issue and proving that another narrative exists.”

The track is set to be released at the end of the week. Additionally, a video of the benefit event will be made available for streaming on a popular streaming site from the 19th of December.