{"id":62573,"date":"2024-10-06T15:29:30","date_gmt":"2024-10-06T12:29:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/cairo\/en\/?p=62573"},"modified":"2024-10-06T17:09:57","modified_gmt":"2024-10-06T14:09:57","slug":"6-songs-that-keeps-egypts-6th-of-october-victory-alive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/cairo\/en\/media\/6-songs-that-keeps-egypts-6th-of-october-victory-alive\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Songs That Keep Egypt\u2019s 6th Of October Victory Alive"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Some moments in history never fade. Egypt\u2019s victory in the 6th of October War is one of those moments, and its spirit lives on through unforgettable music. These songs don\u2019t just tell the story of a war\u2014they capture the pride, sacrifice, and glory of a nation.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at 6 unforgettable songs that celebrate this pivotal chapter in Egypt&#8217;s history.<\/p>\n<h2>6. \u201cKhaly el Selah Sahy\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pbWTd4l7nvg?si=YyoHlSgz6eWJXV6t\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Performed by the legendary Abdelhalim Hafez, <em>\u201cKhaly el Selah Sahy\u201d<\/em> became the battle cry of a nation. Written during the War of Attrition, it was a call for readiness. The song\u2019s powerful message urged Egyptians to stay alert. The lyrics declare, \u201cIf the world will sleep, we will wake it with our weapons.\u201d It wasn\u2019t just a song\u2014it became part of the national dialogue, a reminder to always be prepared.<\/p>\n<h2>5. \u201cBismillah Allah Akbar\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WC1A7YbjSRw?si=TSSml2PeL3aLoVTh\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Imagine hearing victory in the streets! That\u2019s exactly how <em>\u201cBismillah Allah Akbar\u201d<\/em> was born. Composer Baligh Hamdi picked up on the chants after Egypt\u2019s first military statement was broadcast. Together with poet Abdel Rahim Mansour, they created a song that would forever mark Egypt\u2019s victory. Performed by Abdelhalim Hafez, it was one of the first songs to capture the joy of the 6th of October victory. The lyrics are simple but powerful: \u201cVictory for our country.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>4. \u201cOm el Batal\u201d (The Mother of the Champion)<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MmI3iF86MiA?si=ckSAFWnwnId8zz2e\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>\u201c<em>Om el Batal<\/em>\u201d is more than a song\u2014it\u2019s a tribute to the mothers who lost their sons in the war. Sherifa Fadel, who sang it, knew this pain firsthand. Her son was one of the martyrs of the 6th of October War. The song\u2019s heartfelt lyrics, written by Nabila Kandil, capture both pride and grief. Fadel sings, \u201cMy lovely son, you are the apple of my eyes.\u201d It\u2019s a song of sorrow, but also of honor, celebrating the brave sons who sacrificed their lives for Egypt.<\/p>\n<h2>3. \u201cRayheen Shayleen Feeidna Selah\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kBiVKeHH_5Y?si=afbJa5ZcUi1E4Egp\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Although <em>\u201cRayheen Shayleen Feeidna Selah\u201d<\/em> was originally made for the 1972 film <em>\u201cAl Asfour\u201d<\/em>, it became iconic during the October War. Performed by a chorus of Egyptian singers, this song is all about unity. The soldiers, \u201cholding weapons in their hands,\u201d are ready to give everything for their country. Written by Nabila Kandil and composed by Ali Ismail, the song\u2019s energy made it a perfect fit for the war\u2019s broadcast. It\u2019s a powerful reminder of the determination of the Egyptian people.<\/p>\n<h2>2. \u201cHelwa Belady el Samra\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EfDqa6xW84c?si=yecBxrzY8D7OWWIj\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Warda\u2019s <em>\u201cHelwa Belady el Samra\u201d<\/em> was one of the first songs to celebrate the October 6th victory. The famous singer rushed to record it with composer Baligh Hamdi and lyricist Abdel Rahim Mansour right after the Egyptian soldiers crossed the Suez Canal. They even waived their fees to make sure it got recorded in time! The song\u2019s opening line, \u201cHow beautiful is my country,\u201d struck a chord with Egyptians everywhere. Accompanied by real war footage, it became an instant classic.<\/p>\n<h2>1. \u201cMasr el Youm Fe Eid\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iXOJM5aSZqw?si=ZaVd7_MuZ4QuAKic\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Released on April 25, 1982, <em>\u201cMasr el Youm Fe Eid\u201d<\/em> marked the full return of Sinai to Egypt. Sung by the beloved Shadia, the song celebrates the final piece of the victory puzzle. The joyous lyrics, \u201cThere is a feast in Egypt today,\u201d reflect the pride and happiness of a nation finally getting back what was theirs. With music by Gamal Salama and words by Abdelwahab Mohamed, this song became the anthem of Sinai\u2019s liberation.<\/p>\n<p>Next: <a href=\"https:\/\/lovin.co\/cairo\/en\/news\/alaa-morsys-daughters-wedding-was-one-for-the-books\/\">Alaa Morsy\u2019s Daughter\u2019s Wedding Was One For The Books!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Some moments in history never fade. Egypt\u2019s victory in the 6th of October War is one of those moments, and its spirit lives on through unforgettable music. These songs don\u2019t just tell the story of a war\u2014they capture the pride, sacrifice, and glory of a nation. 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