Desert Wind
Ofra Haza · 1989
49 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · pop rock · folk-pop
A vibrant fusion of traditional Middle Eastern melodies with contemporary pop sensibilities and infectious rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- infectious rhythms for dancing
- vibrant sound for celebrations
- immersive experience in order
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer abrupt tempo changes
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Desert Wind' was released in January 1989, Ofra Haza was already gaining international recognition following her breakout hit 'Im Nin'alu' from 1986. This album marked a significant evolution in her sound, as she integrated more global influences and modern production techniques, expanding her audience beyond Israel.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sharon Van Etten· Natacha Atlas· Anoushka Shankar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wish Me Luck 4:10
- 2 Ya Ba Ye 5:07
- 3 Middle East 4:40
- 4 I Want to Fly 4:27
- 5 Slave Dream 4:48
- 6 Taw Shi 3:28
- 7 Mm’mma (My Brothers Are There) 4:26
- 8 In Ta 5:54
- 9 Fatamorgana (Mirage) 4:59
- 10 Da’asa 2:42
- 11 Kaddish 4:34
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