Yalla Chant
Natacha Atlas
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the rhythm of hands the heartbeat of drums the rhythms of the universe that which has been and will always be a sacred dance let's go! lets play with love you and me and walk with love together, you and me you with me together, you and me we walk with love let's go lets go lets go (repeated) and i give my life to you...
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Written by: AHLAN, ATLAS, DUBULAH, MATU
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11 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundNatacha Atlas is known for her fusion of North African and Arabic music with Western electronic beats. This multicultural style is notable in "Yalla Chant."
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Language FactsThe song "Yalla Chant" is sung in Arabic, reflecting Atlas's fluency in the language as she is of Egyptian and Moroccan descent.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1995 as a part of Atlas's first solo album, "Diaspora."
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Crossover Magic"Yalla Chant" successfully blurred the lines between global pop, Arabic music, and dance. It made remarkable inroads for Atlas into realms of dance and world music.
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Collaborative MindsThis sing was co-written by Natacha Atlas, Neil Sparkes, Count Dubulah, Alex Kasiek, Tim Whelan, Hamid Mantu, and Larry Whelan. This is proof of the eclectic mix of talent and ideas that helped shape the song into what it is.
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Musical Fusion Fact"Yalla Chant" combines traditional Middle Eastern melodies with electronic beats, illustrating Atlas's innovation in blending different music genres.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was not only popular among music listeners, but also resonated well with the club scene, becoming a dance floor hit.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics embody a call-to-action, urging all to join in the dance and celebration. In Arabic, the word "Yalla" translates to "Let's go!"
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Awards and NominationsWhile "Yalla Chant" itself didn't receive specific award acknowledgements, the entire "Diaspora" album was well received and helped establish Atlas in the global music scene.
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Album ThemeThe album "Diaspora" can be seen as a true reflection of Natacha Atlas’s mixed cultural roots, and "Yalla Chant" stood out as a song that particularly embraced this cultural blend.
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Remix VersionsThere are two versions of "Yalla Chant." One is upbeat, while the other is a ballad-style iteration. Both versions showcase the flexibility of the song in different musical configurations.
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