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A fundraising initiative is aiming to send a traditional song from Palestine to the peak of the festive singles chart. The project aims to provide aid to communities in Gaza while also highlighting Palestinian cultural expression.

A Chance for Unity and an "Chart Upset"

Musician and artist Brian Eno, who performs on the track, stated that the single 'Lullaby' represents a opportunity to show solidarity with Palestinians this festive season. He remarked the potential for an unlikely festive coup.

“It would be fantastic if that happened, yes,” he stated. “I’m not gonna be completely disappointed if it doesn’t, festive releases are a category of their own.”

Defiant Message of Dignity and Freedom

Palestinian singer Nai Barghouti, who sings on the adaptation of a traditional lullaby called Yamma Mwel El Hawa, explained the piece's defiant core message.

“The song holds a very special place for a lot of people,” Barghouti said. “The essence is that I would choose to perish with honor than exist without freedom. This is the primary message of the song; we desire to exist a respectful existence that we deserve as Palestinians.”

Track's Background and Star-Studded Lineup

The track was produced following a major charity concert held in September. Originally intended to be done as a live recording, the piece was cut from the show due to the event running long.

The impressive roster of performers appearing on Lullaby includes a group of acclaimed names from the scene. All took part in the benefit event, which reportedly raised a considerable total for relief efforts.

Final Touches and Availability

Lullaby was brought to life by a group of talented individuals. The single blends a combination of the heritage language with freshly written English words.

The group managing the campaign have clarified that their aim is to generate maximum funds for a specific fund. These resources will be allocated to projects in Palestine through an partnering humanitarian organization.

“There is no a rigid aim,” a spokesperson explained. “We will pursue the maximum achievable. Of course, the greater the amount, the better. Every penny goes out to the people of Gaza.”

The reality in the area was described as its profound destruction, with a huge proportion of buildings said to be in ruins or severely impacted.

“Against that backdrop, a few million is unlikely to make an enormous impact. But I think what truly matters is primarily raising awareness for this issue and proving the human dimension of the story.”

The single 'Lullaby' is set to be released at the end of the week. Additionally, a complete film of the charity concert will be made ready to watch on a digital service from mid-December.