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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 Gaza's residents while also showcasing Palestinian artistic heritage.

An Opportunity for Support and an "Chart Upset"

Composer and producer Brian Eno, who features on the track, stated that the single 'Lullaby' represents a opportunity to stand with Palestinians over the Christmas period. He acknowledged the potential for an unlikely festive coup.

“It would be fantastic if that occurred, yes,” he said. “I won't be completely disheartened if it fails to, festive releases are a thing unto themselves.”

Defiant Message of Freedom and Dignity

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

“It occupies a very special place for many individuals,” 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 want to live a life of dignity that we merit as a people.”

Track's Background and Star-Studded Lineup

The single was laid down in the wake of a major charity concert held in the autumn. Originally intended to be performed and recorded live, the performance was omitted from the lengthy event due to time constraints.

The notable list of performers appearing on Lullaby features a group of acclaimed names from the industry. All took part in the earlier concert, which successfully generated a substantial amount for relief efforts.

Final Touches and Availability

Lullaby was produced by a trio of producers and composers. The song features a combination of the original Arabic with freshly written English words.

The team running the project have stated that their aim is to collect the highest amount for a specific fund. These resources will be distributed to Palestinian causes through an non-profit partner.

“We don’t have a rigid aim,” a spokesperson explained. “We will pursue the maximum achievable. Of course, the higher the total, the greater the impact. All proceeds are directed out to the people of Gaza.”

The context in the territory was described as its profound destruction, with a overwhelming percentage of infrastructure described as levelled or seriously harmed.

“Given that reality, a couple of million is unlikely to make an enormous impact. But I think what does make a difference is above all raising awareness for this issue and showing there’s another side to the story.”

The song is set to be released this Friday. Additionally, a complete film of the benefit event will be made accessible to view on a digital service from mid-December.