This is The X Factor Israel. It is the “holy land” that always receives visitors from Jews, Christians and Muslims.
It’s a land rich in history and controversy, one often fought over by many different parties.
But if there is one thing that unites this world, it’s music.
It’s the same show created by Simon Cowell. Israel’s began in 2013, and is now in its fourth season with the winner to go on and represent Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest.
So no pressure then for the contestants.
Anna Stephanie has hopes of representing her country so here she is with her amazing rendition of Simon and Garfunkel’s now timeless hit, “The Sound of Silence”.
Paul Simon wrote the song for many months between 1963 and 1964.
The lyrics are open to interpretation from whoever is listening to it since it could mean anything to anyone.
And that is the beauty of this song. To think it was a flop initially.
In 1965, the song began to play over the airwaves once again, prompting Tom Wilson, the producer, to remix the track.
Simon and Garfunkel had no idea of what was going on.
From 1967 onwards, the song found itself in movies and in many top ten lists around the world.
To this day, this year, it is still a song that has a hold on so many men and women.
Perhaps the words and the melody helps its listener get away from the noise of the world.
To literally enjoy the sound of silence.
Anna Stephanie has the voice for the song’s many different meanings. A beautiful, haunting tone that is able to carry the melody and the words to all corners of the globe.
“Hearing an angelic voice singing this legendary song of Simon and Garfunkel. Love you Israel from Athens Greece” says a viewer from Athens, Greece.
While her fellow Israeli commented,
“Whaoua ! What an incredible performance … especially the passage starting at 1.3, simply from Heaven ! what a tribute to this legendar song ! Your voice is above any words actually … Congrats ! And what a proud for Israel my beloved country so have so many many many outstanding artists!”
What does this song mean to you?
The judges are beyond impressed with Anna Stephanie.
She has fantastic control, her voice sounding way more mature than what you’d think.
Everyone, from the judges, her family and friends, to the host were all watching her stunning performance. It may be a slow paced song but it demands range and a lot of control.
Try singing “The Sound of Silence” next time.
Whether or not Anna Stephanie wins and gets to represent Israel, we hope to hear more of this talented young lady.
She can probably sing anything and make it sound better.
Look at how the judges react once she finishes the song. Anna Stephanie is a name that deserves more exposure.
Watch and listen to this stunning cover below!
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