Born in Iran in 1977, Hamed learned to sing at the age of seven, encouraged… Read Full Bio ↴Born in Iran in 1977, Hamed learned to sing at the age of seven, encouraged by his mother who loved Persian music and poetry. At nine, he studied Tar & Setar, under the tutorship of some of the masters of classical Persian music such as Hooshang Zareef, Zeydolah Tolouee, Attaolah Jangook, Farokh Mazharee, and Daryoush Pirniakan. By the time he was twenty; he could play five instruments expertly, adding Tanboor, Oud and Daf to his existing repertoire. His interest in classical Persian music coupled with his passion to write his own music, motivated him to learn fundamentals of music composition from such music Masters as Vartan Sahakian, and Farhad Fakhredeanee. He received top honors for improvisation for Setar and vocal in the All Iranian Students Music Festival held in Tehran in 2002.
After receiving a B.A. degree in music composition, he began writing his own music and performing in concerts as a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, with some of the highly acclaimed music ensembles before wide audiences in Iran, Europe and Asia. He has recorded two albums, performing as a fusion vocalist, with Pedram Derakhshani & Rumi ensemble, and Emad Bonakdar ensemble, singing among many, some of his own songs. He has also recorded as a vocalist, with an ensemble of selective members of Tehran Symphony Orchestra pieces composed and directed by Majid Derakhshani, one of Iran's greatest contemporary music composers.

Hamed has also written music scores and performed solo instruments in several motion pictures made by some of the most distinguished directors of the Iranian cinema. His most recent work was the hit theme song for the widely broadcasted TV series 'Ahooyeh Mahe Nohom', composed by Ramin Behna, one of Iran's best cinematic music composers.

Since his arrival in U.S., Hamed has performed in numerous concerts before enthusiastic audiences throughout the U.S. His mesmerizing voice has earned him the reputation of being 'One of Iran's Best Young Vocalists' among both the American and the Iranian audiences. He currently resides in Palo Alto, California, where he teaches, writes and records music.

Every Moment
Hamed Nikpay Lyrics

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هر نفس آواز عشق میرسد از چپ و راست
ما به فلک میرویم عزم تماشا که راست
ما به فلک بودهایم یار ملک بودهایم
باز همان جا رویم جمله که آن شهر ماست
هر نفس آواز عشق میرسد از چپ و راست
خود ز فلک برتریم وز ملک افزونتریم
زین دو چرا نگذریم منزل ما کبریاست
هر نفس آواز عشق میرسد از چپ و راست

زین دو چرا نگذریم منزل ما کبریاست
هر نفس آواز عشق میرسد از چپ و راست

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Hamed Nikpay's song "Every Moment" celebrate the unending flow of love that permeates our lives. With every breath we take, we hear the voice of love resounding from all around us. This love takes us on a journey to the sky above, where we witness the beauty and majesty of creation firsthand. The singer and his companions see themselves as citizens of the heavens as well as of the earthly realm, and they rejoice in their dual status. They are on a spiritual quest, seeking to transcend the limitations of this world and connect with the source of all being. They believe that their ultimate destination is the city of God, and that every moment of their journey brings them ever closer to this goal.

There is a deep sense of awe and wonder in these lyrics, as the singer contemplates the vastness and mystery of the universe. At the same time, there is also a sense of joy and celebration, as he revels in the beauty and goodness of life. This song is a powerful testament to the enduring power of love, and a reminder that we are all part of something greater than ourselves.

Line by Line Meaning

هر نفس آواز عشق میرسد از چپ و راست
Every breath brings the sound of love from left and right.

ما به فلک میرویم عزم تماشا که راست
We are headed towards the sky with the intention of observing what's real.

ما به فلک بودهایم یار ملک بودهایم
We have been of the sky and the companion of the kingdom.

باز همان جا رویم جمله که آن شهر ماست
We walk straight towards the city that belongs to us, once again.

خود ز فلک برتریم وز ملک افزونتریم
We excel from the sky and increase from the kingdom.

زین دو چرا نگذریم منزل ما کبریاست
Why shouldn't we pass from these two? Our destination is greatness.