Salma Ya Salama
Dalida · 1977
33 min · 10 tracks · chanson · disco · Arabic music
A vibrant fusion of Arabic melodies and disco rhythms, embodying a celebratory spirit of love and longing.
Why this album works
- Best for
- celebratory spirit of love steady melodic journey for dance gatherings
- Context
- By the time Dalida released 'Salma Ya Salama' in March 1977, she was already an established star in Europe, having achieved significant fame with hits throughout the 1960s and early 70s. This album followed her successful foray into disco, marking a continuation of her artistic evolution and appeal to younger audiences while solidifying her position as a versatile pop icon.
- If you like
- chanson, disco, Arabic music
Salma Ya Salama is an album by Dalida, released in 1977. A vibrant fusion of Arabic melodies and disco rhythms, embodying a celebratory spirit of love and longing. 'Salma Ya Salama' is notable for its chart success in France and other European countries, reflecting Dalida's ability to blend traditional Arabic music with contemporary pop influences. The title track became one of her signature songs, resonating with audiences and contributing to the growing popularity of Middle Eastern sounds in Western pop music during the late 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Salma Ya Salama sound like?
A vibrant fusion of Arabic melodies and disco rhythms, embodying a celebratory spirit of love and longing. Rooted in chanson and disco.
What makes Salma Ya Salama by Dalida notable?
'Salma Ya Salama' is notable for its chart success in France and other European countries, reflecting Dalida's ability to blend traditional Arabic music with contemporary pop influences. The title track became one of her signature songs, resonating with audiences and contributing to the growing popularity of Middle Eastern sounds in Western pop music during the late 1970s. By the time Dalida released 'Salma Ya Salama' in March 1977, she was already an established star in Europe, having achieved significant fame with hits throughout the 1960s and early 70s. This album followed her successful foray into disco, marking a continuation of her artistic evolution and appeal to younger audiences while solidifying her position as a versatile pop icon.
Who is Salma Ya Salama for?
Salma Ya Salama works well if you're into celebratory spirit of love, steady melodic journey and for dance gatherings.
How many songs are on Salma Ya Salama?
Salma Ya Salama has 10 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Salma ya salama Standout 3:00
- 2 Notre façon de vivre 3:25
- 3 Histoire d’aimer 3:46
- 4 Tu m’as déclaré l’amour 2:50
- 5 Mon frère le soleil Standout 4:12
- 6 Quand s’arrêtent les violons 3:50
- 7 Ti amo (Je t’aime) Standout 3:20
- 8 À chaque fois j’y crois 2:10
- 9 Remember… (C’était loin) 4:03
- 10 Salma ya salama (version arabe) 3:10
Release Date
March 1, 1977
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
33 min 46 sec
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