Released 21 years ago this October
Lazem Ayesh
Sherine · 2005
42 min · 10 tracks · electronic dance music
Lazem Ayesh blends emotive Arabic melodies with contemporary pop production, showcasing Sherine's powerful vocal range and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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لازم أعيش — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and emotional struggle, showcasing Sherine's vocal power against a backdrop of lush instrumentation.
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مفيش مرة — This track features an infectious melody and heartfelt lyrics that resonate with listeners’ experiences of love and longing, highlighting Sherine's signature style.
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طمن قلبي — With its poignant narrative about seeking reassurance in love, this song allows Sherine to display both vulnerability and strength through her dynamic vocal delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The blend of electronic and traditional elements creates a distinct sound, though it follows familiar patterns in Arabic pop.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of electronic beats paired with traditional Arabic instrumentation throughout its ten tracks.
- Sherine's vocal delivery varies from soft and emotive to powerful and commanding, often layering harmonies in the choruses.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response structures, enhancing the engagement between the vocalist and the listener.
- The last two tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the more upbeat songs earlier in the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- emotional vocal performances throughout
- for reflective moments
- gentle pacing with heartfelt lyrics
- suitable for late-night listening
- captures romantic longing and nostalgia
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Lazem Ayesh was released in late 2005, Sherine was solidifying her position as one of the leading figures in Arabic pop music, following her breakthrough debut album, which had established her unique voice. This album marked a significant evolution in her sound, incorporating more electronic elements while still honoring traditional forms.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amr Diab· Nancy Ajram· Elissa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 مفيش مرة 3:51
- 2 لازم أعيش 4:13
- 3 طمن قلبي 4:15
- 4 على بالي 4:34
- 5 كنت بقول 4:13
- 6 اللي جارحني 4:43
- 7 قال صعبان علية 4:32
- 8 عين ونني 4:02
- 9 وبناقص حياتي معاك 4:31
- 10 أنت آخر واحد 3:43
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