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Ziad Rahbani might have been one of the very few, if not the only, who managed to incorporate the meaning of unconditional love into song, especially with his masterpiece, Bala Wala Chi. And while we don’t know much about his personal relationships, we can attest that, throughout his musical journey, he embodied the true meaning of unconditional love by endlessly pouring himself into his life’s work in music and theatre, creating a legendary legacy. 

Ziad Rahbani’s music and theatre career represent an everlasting love letter to the public. This love is unconditionally reciprocated, and there’s no better moment than today to take time to express this love and commemorate it.

Ziad Rahbani: The Life and Upbringing of his Artistic Soul

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Ziad Rahbani passed away today at the age of 69, after decades of pouring his unique soul and mind into music, and a lifetime of being a free-spirited and open-minded individual who refused to fall into any mould.

Born into a household of musical icons and intellectuals, such as Fayrouz and Assi Rahbani, Ziad was destined to be a distinctive individual from the start. He was never just another singer or composer; Rahbani was a musical trademark, a revolutionary, and a remarkable turning point in Lebanese music and culture, subsequently influencing the entire Middle East. 

What Ziad Rahbani Means to Many

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Rahbani was known for his bold and honest voice, which always spoke his true self and expressed his honest opinions freely and without reservations. Many found in him and his work a reflection of their own sentiments and aspirations. He always knew how to make people feel things with his work, always evoking something deep within the listener.

Love in Ziad Rahbani’s Music

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Coming from an Eastern background rich in complexities, contradictions, and stunning natural landscapes, Ziad Rahbani understood that love, like his background, can be complicated yet so beautifully simple. He sang about a love that was revolutionary only because it was love that didn’t ask for much.

And when he didn’t say the exact words, he composed them with his instruments, creating melodies that tell stories without a single word, that flow beautifully and transition smoothly. His melodies have always been profound and simple; they don’t demand much attention, yet effortlessly capture it. Listeners are always left wanting more, unable to find anything that comes close to it. 

He was a distinct, genuine person, and so was his work. As devastating as it was for him to leave our world, we will forever find solace and consolation in what he left us with, a time-transcending music and theatre legacy that will never age.