Assala's commercial musical career debuted in 1991 with the Egyptian song hit Law Ta'rafou (Egyptian Arabic: لو تعرفو). The album had 4 Egyptian songs in the oriental operatic Classic Egyptian tarab style. The album was an instant hit in Egypt back at that time with heartbreaking songs like "Ya Sabra Yana" and "Samehtak Ketir". She quickly cemented her presence in the Arabic world a growing industry brimming with singers like Angham, Najwa Karam, Latifa, , and Abdelmajeed Abdullah.
Ever since the beginning of the Syrian Civil War, in 2011, Assala Nasri claimed her support for the Syrian rebels and her commitment against Bachar el Assad. Her positions towards the Civil War are human : she wants the conflict to end for the sake of the Syrian civilians. She had her first composing experience in the writing of one song, released in 2011. For her commitment in the conflict, Assala sang at the International Peace day as a new ambassador for "Peace Building Through Music."
Asasi
Assala Nasri Lyrics
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لقيت نصى التانى كتر الف خيرك.عشان حظى قدانى اخلى ما فى الحياة
اساسى انت كدا هتلاقى حنانى انا ليكى انت نور عينى
انا جيت اهو عندك الباقى قول بتهوانى قول قوينى
اساسى انت كدا هتلاقى حنانى انا ليكى انت نور عينى
انا جيت اهو عندك الباقى قول بتهوانى قولها قوينى
ايه رسمالك صوره و شئ خيالى و سطورة
ايه انت سيدى فيه ايه رائى وانا حره فيه الله ده انا بحبك معزورة
جيت دخلت حياتى اتقلبت حسباتى دليل و اثباتى انى مريحاك
اساسى انت كدا هتلاقى حنانى انا ليكى انت نور عينى
انا جيت اهو عندك الباقى قول بتهوانى قولها قوينى
اساسى انت كدا هتلاقى حنانى انا ليكى انت نور عينى
انا جيت اهو عندك الباقى قول بتهوانى قولها قوينى
ايه رسمالك صوره و شئ خيالى و سطورة
ايه انت سيدى فيه ايه رائى وانا حره فيه الله ده انا بحبك معزورة
The lyrics of Asala Nasri's song "Asasi" (My Foundation) express a deep and passionate love for a person who has become the foundation of the singer's existence. The opening line, "I messed up my being and can only see you," suggests that the singer's thoughts are consumed by this person and they no longer have a sense of self. The person is causing the singer to lose their mind, but they also bring immense joy and goodness to the singer's life.
The second verse speaks to the idea that this person is everything to the singer. They have brought balance and completeness to the singer's life, which was previously lacking. The repeated refrain, "You are my foundation, you'll find my tenderness there," reinforces this idea of this person as the source of stability and comfort for the singer. The singer is completely devoted to this person and finds their worthiness in the love that they share.
Overall, "Asasi" is a powerful declaration of love and devotion, which speaks to the importance of having someone who is the foundation of one's life. The lyrics evoke a sense of passion, longing, and completeness that will surely resonate with listeners who have experienced deep love in their own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
لخبطت كيانى ولا بقيت اشوف غيرك.
I've lost myself and can only see you.
اتسبب فى جنانى و عقلى ملصماها
You drive me insane, my mind is fixed on you.
لقيت نصى التانى كتر الف خيرك.
I found my other half in you, you are better than a thousand blessings.
عشان حظى قدانى اخلى ما فى الحياة
Because you are my destiny, I need nothing else in life.
اساسى انت كدا هتلاقى حنانى انا ليكى انت نور عينى
You are my foundation, with you I find my tenderness and you are the light in my eyes.
انا جيت اهو عندك الباقى قول بتهوانى قول قوينى
I came to you, tell me the rest, express your love for me, say it loudly.
ايه رسمالك صوره و شئ خيالى و سطورة
What's the point of your image, fantasy or penmanship?
ايه انت سيدى فيه ايه رائى وانا حره فيه الله ده انا بحبك معزورة
What do you have over me? My opinion matters and I'm free, but God knows I love you to the point of forgiveness.
انا كنت فى وادى وانت كنت فى وادى اتارى فى السكة دى انا هكمل معاك
I was in a valley, you were in a valley, we met on this path and I'll continue with you.
جيت دخلت حياتى اتقلبت حسباتى دليل و اثباتى انى مريحاك
You came into my life, turning my calculations upside down, proving that I am comfortable with you.
Contributed by Cooper E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.