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Elaha Soroor "Attan Hazaragi": A Collaborative Ode to Unity, Resilience, and the sapirit of Afghanistan.
Celebrated Hazara artist Elaha Soroor, renowned for her emotive voice and compelling compositions, has unveiled her latest song and accompanying music video, "Attan Hazaragi." This release is more than just a musical expression; it's a profound declaration against the systemic oppression faced by the people of Afghanistan. Especially its women, and a testament to the power of collaboration.
"Attan Hazaragi," inspired by the traditional Attan, style of music and dance in Afghansiant that is historically revered as a battle cry, is reinterpreted by Soroor as a contemporary anthem championing women's rights and human rights.
As a Hazara woman, Soroor's rendition stands as a potent testament to the indomitable spirit and defiance of the women of Afghanistan in the face of systemic violence and prejudice.
The creation of "Attan Hazaragi" was a collaborative effort, bringing together a diverse group of talented individuals. This collaborative process not only resulted in a powerful musical piece but also fostered a sense of unity and camaraderie among the contributors. "The unity we experienced during the creation of this song and video is the very essence of what we hope to inspire globally," says Soroor. "In a world rife with division, our collaboration stands as a beacon of what can be achieved when we come together with a shared vision."
lyrics
اتن هزارگی
شال شالی شر پیرون مو
جو دانه د گردون مو
نوربند نوربند خمک دوزیه
لاطه مو قد دامون مو
کتابه د دیستای مو
روشو موشه صوبای مو
روز سیاه ره گم نه
النه سماغ خواندن مو
پرمکتبه اغیل مو مالوم موشه منزیل مو
د دیست میه حاصیل مو پر بار موشه درون مو
پردای کشیده مو اوزویه د خانه مو
چیم خو د کس نمی لی زامد مونی خودون مو
Attan Hazaragi
In shirts that flare with vibrant grace, Barley seeds on necks embrace, Embroidery adorns scarf and skirt, A tapestry of beauty, a work of art.
A sleeve of life with threads of gold embossed, A silver crown, a story untold, Colourful headdresses in patterns grand, Woven dreams by skilled hands.
In books we hold the keys to fate, A brighter tomorrow, we create, The dark days fade, no longer near, Knowledge is our guiding seer.
In our villages, schools bloom and rise, Nurturing minds, igniting skies, Empowered by the gift of learning, Our futures bright, forever yearning.
Behind drawn curtains, dreams reside, Our destiny in hands, we confide, No waiting for fortune's sweet caress, For our happiness, we'll toil and press.
credits
released September 25, 2023
Elaha Soroor, Kaveh Bahrami - Composers
Aziz Fayaz - Lyrics
Mahan Mirarab - Arrangement and Guitar
Elaha Soroor - Vocal
Niloufar Shiri - Kamancheh
Yahya Alkhansa - Drums
Sarathy Korwar - Dholak
Al MacSween - Synth, electronics, and mixing
Lee Francis - Mastering
Nasser Teymourpour - Cover art
Supported by Good Chance Theatre & Diaspora Arts Connection
