Lebanese singer Nancy Ajram released a new single, Men Nazra (from a glance). The song is about love at first sight. Ziad Jamal wrote and composed the tune.
The music is Arabic Pop. Ziad Jamal did an excellent job with the composition, creating a catchy beat and energetic rhythm. The song starts with a tuba, then smoothly transitions to the darbuka, playing fast in the background, representing the heart beating fast, a common sign of falling in love. The violin plays between the chorus and the verses, boldly creating suspense. It also gives the tune a lovely Middle Eastern sound. Bassem Rizk did remarkable work with the song’s arrangement. It has a fun, upbeat sound, reminding me of the music from the late Sabah, especially various hits like Yana Yana (me). It also reminds me of Soad Hosny’s Ya Wad Ya Teqeel (you’re a stubborn man). It’s a lovely mix of Classical Arabic music (Tarab) and contemporary Pop.
Nancy Ajram’s voice is cheerful and dynamic. She sings with enthusiasm and from the heart. Her vocal style is fun and energetic. Nancy Ajram performs this song with boldness and style.
The lyrics are cute and romantic. Repetition is frequently heard in Arabic love songs, emphasizing love or sometimes love at first sight. The lyrical combination of rhyming (i.e. the traditional style of AABB) and freestyle writing is well thought-out. The words are simplistic but say so much. The chorus is interesting in its dynamic metaphors and contradictions, like sun and shade (shams w faye) and heat and water (nar w maiy). However, there is a purpose – these lyrics describe intense emotions. Ziad Jamal was creative in how he wrote the song with impressive poetic prose. Men Nazra is a dynamic tune that uses a bold, fun way to describe love, yet it’s relatable and genuine.
The single Men Nazra is available.
