Jamila, Other Heroes Release New Single

We Jamila & The Other Heroes’ new single powerfully reimagines what the Middle East could look like. 

The new single, “Border Syndrome,” brings together psychedelic rock, hip hop, Middle Eastern & Westafrican rhythms.

It lives up to its name, as lead singer Jamila Al-Yousef embraces her Palestinian roots and asks what the Middle East would look like with no borders.

It’s a powerful concept backed up by a powerful sound that blends together a thrilling mix of Psychedelic Rock, Hip Hop, Middle  Eastern & Westafrican rhythms and melodies.

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The track pays further homage to the great artists of music in the East and West including such as Dina El  Wedidi, Erykah Badu, Akua Naru, El Morraba3 and Fatuma Diawara.

The lyrics are inspired by a direct incident at a music gathering in Sinai last year. Jamila initially wrote a poem and then turned that into “Border Syndrome” and the poetry is clear in the lyrics that have a real flow and an important message.

The lyrics resonate with purpose and clarity, creating a powerful and open message backed by their unique musical sound.

The newly released track is the follow up to “Yaba,” both of which are part of a concept double single. 

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