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A campaign is aiming to send a traditional song from Palestine to the peak of the festive singles chart. The effort seeks to deliver assistance to people in Gaza while also highlighting Palestinian culture and creativity.

A Possibility for Support and an "Chart Upset"

Musician and artist Brian Eno, who features on the track, stated that the release called 'Lullaby' represents a opportunity to stand with Palestinians over the Christmas period. He noted the potential for an unlikely festive coup.

“It would be fantastic if that occurred, yes,” he commented. “I’m not gonna be completely disheartened if it doesn't manage to, Christmas singles are a category of their own.”

Resilient Spirit of Self-Determination

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

“The song holds a deeply meaningful spot for countless listeners,” Barghouti explained. “It’s basically saying that I would rather die in dignity than exist without freedom. This is the primary message of the song; we desire to exist a respectful existence that we deserve as Palestinians.”

Production History and Star-Studded Lineup

The song was recorded following a large-scale benefit event held in September. Initially planned to be performed and recorded live, the rendition was cut from the show due to time constraints.

The diverse array of performers appearing on Lullaby features a range of well-known figures from the music world. All took part in the benefit event, which successfully generated a considerable total for humanitarian aid.

Production and Release

Lullaby was produced by a trio of music creators. The track showcases a mix of the original Arabic with new English lyrics.

The group managing the initiative have emphasized that their aim is to raise as much as possible for a specific fund. These donations will be channeled to initiatives supporting Palestinians through an non-profit partner.

“We don’t have a fixed goal,” a spokesperson said. “We’ll go for the maximum achievable. Naturally, the more the merrier. All proceeds are directed out to those in need in Gaza.”

The reality in the territory was described as its profound destruction, with a huge proportion of buildings reportedly levelled or seriously harmed.

“Against that backdrop, a couple of million is unlikely to make an enormous impact. But I think the significant factor is primarily raising awareness for this issue and proving there’s another side to the story.”

The single 'Lullaby' is set to be released at the end of the week. Additionally, a complete film of the solidarity show will be made accessible to view on a popular streaming site from the 19th of December.