During the three-week waiting period that preceded the Six Day War, the most popular song in Israel was “Jerusalem of Gold,” written by Naomi Shemer for the Israel Song Festival, and sung by a young soldier, Shuli Natan. The song, somber and sentimental, evoked the yearning of the Jewish people for their eternal capital. Israeli paratroopers sang the song as they rode to Jerusalem to take part in the liberation of the city.
Classic Song: Jerusalem of Gold
One of the most beloved Israeli songs of all time, Jerusalem of Gold, is inextricably linked with the reunification of Jerusalem. First performed during the Israel Song Festival on May 15, 1967, the song at once captured the aura of the city and the hearts of the audience. It became an instant hit. Continue reading “Classic Song: Jerusalem of Gold”