In a powerful fusion of music and remembrance, renowned Jewish singer Yoeli Dickman has released a new single and music video titled "Hand in Hand" (Yad B'Yad), born from the immediate aftermath of October 7th. The project, presented by producer Ozer Druck, carries a particularly profound origin story.
Just one week after the October 7th attacks, Dickman reached out to songwriter Miriam Israeli with a vision for a song that would capture both the community's faith and unity in the face of unprecedented tragedy. "I wrote the song that night," Israeli shares, "And here it is, over a year later, as timely as ever."
What makes this release particularly poignant is its collaboration with the Ot Chaim (Sign of Life) project, incorporating the actual handwriting of those who were murdered and fell during the October 7th attacks and subsequent conflict. These handwritten samples appear throughout both the music video and the single's cover art, creating a moving visual testament to their memory.
The song, featuring Israeli's heartfelt lyrics and both composed and arranged by Dickman himself, serves as more than just a musical piece – it stands as a living memorial. Each frame of the video, directed and edited by Shneur Munis, weaves together these personal artifacts of remembrance with Dickman's emotional performance.
"The goal was to create something that not only honors their memory but also brings people together," says producer Yitzchak Sagai, who managed the project. "Each piece of handwriting tells a story, represents a life, and now continues to live on through this musical tribute."
The artistic direction, handled by Meir Rosh, carefully integrates these deeply personal elements into the visual presentation, creating a seamless blend of music, memory, and meaning. The result is a powerful statement about unity and remembrance that resonates far beyond its melodic composition.
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