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Nationalism and the Use of Pop Music: A Discourse Analysis of the Song “Boshret Kheir”
Abstract
The Egyptian Arabic song, “Boshret Kheir” or ‘good omen’, represents an example of the role of popular music in promoting populism, patriotism, and the ideology of Egyptian nationalism. Given the song’s popularity, this article poses the question: what transforms an ordinary pop song into a national phenomenon? The song is studied through observational discourse, using visual semiotic analysis of its video clip. The song was adopted as a patriotic anthem of sorts by a segment of society- namely those espousing the mainstream narrative in support of the military. It was produced to encourage political activism and participation but carried a deeper meaning given its affiliation with the ruling military at the time. The song was released ten days before the presidential elections, almost one year after former president Mohammed Morsi was ousted, on June 30th, 2013. Although “Boshr • Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi is set to perform at the Concerto di Natale in Vatican city in celebration of Christmas. The concert - which will take place on Saturday - redefines coexistence as the Muslim singer will join a number of artists in the heart of the Roman Catholic Church. Al Jassmi will become the first Arab artist to perform at the annual Christmas concert. "With tolerance and peaceful co-existence, we, leaders and citizens, honor Zayed's vision. My approach is to embark on promoting interfaith and affinity among people," the singer wrote in a tweet announcing the news. "I am honored to meet the Vatican's invitation to be the first Arab artist to participate in the annual Christmas charity event," he added. The proceeds from the event will go to refugees in Erbil, Iraq, and Uganda via Sc • WICK DMCC maintains the omneeyat.com Website ("Site"). The following are the terms of use that govern use of the Site ("Terms of Use"). By using the Site you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and the omneeyat.com privacy policy and to follow these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations governing use of the Site. WICK DMCC reserves the right to change these Terms of Use at any time, effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Please check this page of the Site periodically. We will note when there are updates to the Terms of Use at the bottom of the Terms of Use. If you violate these Terms of Use, WICK DMCC may terminate your use of the Site, dryckesställe you from future use of the Site, and/or take appropriate legal action against you. LIMITED LICENSE. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable and non-transferable license to utilize and access the Site pursuant to the requirements and restrictions of these Terms of Use. WIC
Emirati singer to perform at Vatican's Christmas concert, redefining coexistence
He will be the first Arab artist to do so.
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