Fairuz نهاد حداد‎ (b. 21 November 1935) is a Lebanese singer, and one of th… Read Full Bio ↴Fairuz نهاد حداد‎ (b. 21 November 1935) is a Lebanese singer, and one of the most famous singers of all time in the Arab world. Her stage name (also spelled Fairouz or Fayrouz) literally means "turquoise".

Fairuz was born Nouhad Haddad in Jabal al Arz, Lebanon. She began her musical career as a teenager. From chorus girl at the Lebanese radio station in the late 1940s, to critical and popular acclaim from the 1950s to today, Fairuz is acknowledged not only for her musical talent and contribution, but also as a cultural and political icon. A symbol of a people, a heritage, a quest for peace, and of humanity. During most of her career, Fairuz reflected two other great artists, Assi and Mansour Rahbani. They wrote the lyrics and composed her tunes. Today, many of her songs reflect the composing talent of Ziad Rahbani who is Fairuz's son. Her songs testify to the Rahbani musical genius, as well as to Fairuz's broad musical background. Referred to as "The Soul of Lebanon" in the 1970s, Fairuz became a pre-eminent figure, a superstar of current music in the Arab world. Together, the Rahbani family is both a school of music and a cultural phenomenon.

Laylet Eid
Fairuz Lyrics

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ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
زينة و ناس صوت أجراس عم بترن بعيد
ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
صوت ولاد تياب جداد و بكرا الحب جديد

ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
زينة و ناس صوت أجراس عم بترن بعيد
ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد

صوت ولاد تياب جداد و بكرا الحب جديد

عم يتلاقوا الأصحاب
الهدية خلف الباب
في شجرة بالدار
ويدوروا ولاد صغار
والشجرة صارت عيد
والعيد سوارة بإيد
والإيد تعلق ع الشجرة
غنية وعناقيد

ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
زينة و ناس صوت أجراس عم بترن بعيد
ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
صوت ولاد تياب جداد و بكرا الحب جديد

يا مغارة كلا بيوت
تلمع متل الياقوت
كيف جبتي ع الدار
تلج شرايط و اقمار
مين اللي جاي بعيد
و عم بيرش مواعيد
يدق ابواب الناس ويمشي
والخير علينا يزيد

ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
زينة و ناس صوت أجراس عم بترن بعيد
ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
صوت ولاد تياب جداد و بكرا الحب جديد

ليلة عيد ليلة عيد

ليلة عيد ليلة عيد
ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد

Overall Meaning

The song "Laylet Eid" ("Eid Night") by Fairuz celebrates the joy and anticipation of the night before Eid. The lyrics describe the festivities that take place on this special night, such as the decorations, the sound of bells, and the excitement of children wearing new clothes. The song also touches upon the idea of love and hope, suggesting that the upcoming Eid brings with it the prospect of new beginnings and fresh starts.

The first verse repeats the title of the song, emphasizing the significance of the night before Eid. The second verse describes the scene of people gathering and exchanging gifts, with children playing and exploring. The third verse is reminiscent of Christmas, with its reference to a decorated tree and ornaments. The song then shifts back to the celebration of Eid, with a focus on the beauty of the night and the happiness it brings.

Overall, "Laylet Eid" is an upbeat and lively song that captures the spirit of Eid and the joy that comes with it. It celebrates the coming together of family and friends, the exchange of gifts and love, and the hope for a brighter future.

Line by Line Meaning

ليلة عيد ليلة عيد الليلة ليلة عيد
Tonight is a night of celebration, a night of happiness and joy.

زينة و ناس صوت أجراس عم بترن بعيد
People are dressed in their finest clothes, decorations are everywhere, and the sound of bells is ringing in the air.

صوت ولاد تياب جداد و بكرا الحب جديد
The sound of children in new clothes, and the promise of new love tomorrow.

عم يتلاقوا الأصحاب
Friends are gathering together.

الهدية خلف الباب
Gifts are waiting behind the door.

في شجرة بالدار
A tree in the house.

ويدوروا ولاد صغار
Children are running around.

والشجرة صارت عيد
The tree has become part of the celebration.

والعيد سوارة بإيد
The celebration is like a beautiful bracelet on our hands.

والإيد تعلق ع الشجرة
Our hands are reaching for the tree.

غنية وعناقيد
It is filled with music and grapes.

يا مغارة كلا بيوت
Oh cave, all the houses are shining like diamonds.

تلمع متل الياقوت
Sparkling like rubies.

كيف جبتي ع الدار
How did you come to this house?