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Released 20 years ago

Ihda'

DAM · 2006

61 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop

A powerful fusion of Arabic rhythms and incisive lyrics that confront social and political realities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for thoughtful listening
  • socially conscious lyrical engagement
  • narrative exploration of identity
  • reflective moments for introspection
  • committed listening for full impact

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone catchy singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Ihda'' is DAM's second studio album, following their groundbreaking debut 'The Arabic Version' from 2001. At this point, DAM had established themselves as a prominent voice in Israeli hip-hop, using their music to address issues faced by Palestinians and Arab citizens in Israel.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Wayne· B.G.· Yo Gotti

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 مقدمة Mukadime (Intro) 1:32
  • 2 ما الي حرية Mali Huriye (I Don't Have Freedom) 3:37
  • 3 نغير بكره Ng'ayer Bukra (Change Tomorrow) 4:03
  • 4 ورده Warde (Flower - Slang For Brother) 4:06
  • 5 انقلاب Inkilab (Revolution) 4:26
  • 6 يا سيدتي Ya' Sayidati (My Lady) 5:17
  • 7 الحرية انثى Al Huriye Unt'a (Freedom For My Sisters) 4:37
  • 8 دا دام Da Dam (It's DAM) 4:23
  • 9 حبونا اشترونا Hibuna Ishtruna (Love Us And Buy Us) 4:41
  • 10 عنا بالحارة Mes Endroits (My Hood) 4:02
  • 11 قصة حب Usset Hub (A Love Story) 4:16
  • 12 غريب في بلادي G'areeb Fi Bladi (Stranger In My Own Country) 3:47
  • 13 كلمات Kalimat (Words) 4:25
  • 14 سواق الزمان Sawa' Al Zaman (Driver Of Fate) 3:32
  • 15 اهداء Ihda' (Dedication) 4:54

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