Umm Kalthoum, Oum Kolthoum, Umme Kolsoum, whatever. She was the great diva of Arab music. Read about her here.
This kinescope (I think that's what it is) may make you a little seasick. Just close your eyes and listen. Amazing, passionate stuff.
*UPDATE: I found a translation of the lyrics to this song, "El Atlal," at this page.
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Wow, that was rather awesome!
Isn't she great? A goddess.
Yes, indeed! Where did you find out about her? I really enjoyed the song lyrics, too. SO romantic.
Dave brought her home--who else?
And to give further credit where credit is due, I heard about her on a long profile on NPR. I wish I could report a more esoteric source, and I should probably expend the energy to make up a colorful story.
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