Israelism
Army of Lovers
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Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Diamond market in the ghetto Star of david on my chest Sex is kosher on the sabbath Jewish princess in my nest Like aunt golda high on zion Milk and honey are my drugs Relic box of einstein's hairdo Spring prediction cloud of bugs The heavens cry loud in the open I hear the angels sing Shalom be'israel shalom be'israel Shalom la'olam shalom be'israel Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Glory in the circumcision Oops there goes a freudian slip Army of lovers on a mission Forty years of desert trips Drinking from a stinking fountain The kabbala and jezebel Dancing horah on a mountain Party like a bitch from hell The heavens cry loud in the open I hear the angels sing Shalom be'israel shalom be'israel Shalom la'olam shalom be'israel Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem The heavens cry loud in the open I hear the angels sing Shalom be'israel shalom be'israel Shalom la'olam shalom be'israel Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem Evenu shalom shalom Shalom alechem
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Written by: ALEXANDER BENGT MAGNUS BARD, ANDERS WILHELM WOLLBECK, DOMINIKA PECZYNSKI, JEAN-PIERRE MICHEL BARDA, MICHAELA DORNONVILLE DE LA COUR
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10 facts about this song
Swedish Band"Israelism" was released by the Swedish club and pop band "Army of Lovers". This group was noted for their eccentric visuals and controversial lyrics.
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Hit SongIt was released in 1993 and quickly gained popularity, reaching No.1 on the Israeli Singles Chart and No. 2 on the Finnish Singles Chart.
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Album Inclusion"Israelism" is part of the album "the Gods of Earth and Heaven", which was the third studio album by Army of Lovers.
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GenreThis is a pop song with a touch of Middle Eastern tunes, displaying the band's reputation for their eclectic mix of music genres.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Israelism" featured footage of Jewish rituals and ceremonies mixed with sexually suggestive scenes, demonstrating the band's penchant for provocative imagery.
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Controversial Lyrics"Israelism" sparked controversy due to its tongue-in-cheek lyrics about Jewish culture, which some listeners found offensive.
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CriticismThe song's video faced criticism for its depiction of Jewish and Israeli symbols and its mix of religious imagery with sexual innuendo, leading to debates around cultural appropriation.
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DiscographyDespite the backlash, this song proved to be one of Army of Lovers' successful tracks and remains a notable part of their discography. The band broke up and reunited multiple times over the years, but "Israelism" continues to be one of their best remembered songs.
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BanThe band was banned from playing in Israel because of the irreverent way they portrayed Jewish symbols in the music video for "Israelism".
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LegacyAlthough "Israelism" is often remembered for its controversy, it's also notable for its innovative fusion of pop and Middle Eastern music, reflecting Army of Lovers' distinctive style and impact on the dance-pop genre.
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