(1) A middle eastern jazz Ar… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists under this name.
(1) A middle eastern jazz Arabic funk fusion ensemble that originates from the Raleigh/Durham Triangle of NC. The instrumentation is usually bass, oud, keys, dumbek, drum set, sometime a double neck guitar is thrown into the mix. It is an awesome blend of western and eastern ideas fusing seamlessly through “traditional” oriental themes, and western jazz/ funk.
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(2) Jafaar is a soul singer from Birmingham, Alabama. Fans of real music, this one is for you! Soul R&B singer Jaafar is coming out with his sophomore studio album Supernatural Love Dec. 16, featuring hit singles “Superstar” and “No Pressure”. In the words of Jaafar, “Supernatural Love is the sound, the feel, and the essence of divine love, elevated to the highest level of energy, passion, and freedom.” Supernatural Love features his signature vocals over smooth chords and head-nodding rhythms said to take listeners on “an experience of the mind”. Signup to Jaafar’s email list and get his singles for FREE at http://www.lovesoulmusic.com. Full album will be available at iTunes or at http://www.lovesoulmusic.com. If you’re a fan of real music, share this with your friends!
Sixteen
Jaafar Lyrics
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Is all she’s ever known
Layla grew up playing in the streets
Fired rounds cut the bottom of her feet
She’s only sixteen going on seventeen
Waking, living in a bad dream
She tries
She’s only sixteen going on seventeen
Eighteen, Is only in her fantasy
Sixteen going on seventeen
She tries
She’s only sixteen
Eyes that don’t ever see the light lose hope, but every single day she
Prays for a better tomorrow
Faith leads to all possibilities
In the night she dreams of freedom and of peace
She’s only sixteen
Out of sight
Another number on a headline
Jaafar's "Sixteen" is a song that delves deep into the life and struggles of a young girl named Layla, who has known nothing but the horrors of war. The lyrics "Rise then fall, surely as a man-made wall risen in a time of war, is all she's ever known" paints a picture of the chaos and destruction that have become a part of her daily life. The man-made wall referenced is symbolic of the barriers that Layla faces in her quest to live a normal life. The song also touches on the impact of the war on her physical and mental health as we hear about how she has been physically scarred from playing on the streets littered with bullet rounds.
Despite her young age, Layla has to face the harsh realities of war and its aftermath as seen in the line "She's only sixteen going on seventeen, waking, living in a bad dream." The words "sixteen going on seventeen" are a nod to the 1960s musical "The Sound of Music," where the lead actress sings about growing up too fast. Layla has also learned to strive for a better future, which is highlighted in the line "She tries." The song ends on a poignant note with the line "She's only sixteen, out of sight, another number on a headline," highlighting how Layla's story is not an isolated one.
Overall, "Sixteen" is a powerful song that shines a light on the impact of war on innocent children and their families. It highlights themes of hope, resilience, and the struggle for a better tomorrow that anyone dealing with difficult situations can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Rise then fall, surely as a man-made wall risen in a time of war
Just like a wall, Layla is pushed up only to be torn back down, the story of her life is a cycle of rising and falling in a world surrounded by conflict.
Is all she’s ever known
Layla's entire life has been marked by war and uncertainty, leaving her with a deep sense of fear and loss.
Layla grew up playing in the streets
Despite the dangers and hardship, Layla is a survivor who has learned to find joy and resilience even in the midst of war.
Fired rounds cut the bottom of her feet
The scars of war are etched into Layla's very being, both physically and emotionally.
She’s only sixteen going on seventeen
Layla is still just a child, but the harsh realities of life have forced her to be strong and grow up too fast.
Waking, living in a bad dream
Layla lives in a world that feels like a nightmare, struggling to survive each day as it comes.
Sixteen going on seventeen
Layla's youth is slipping away, as she grapples with the weight of the world and the choices she must make to survive.
She tries
Despite the odds, Layla is determined to keep fighting, holding onto hope even in the darkest moments.
Eighteen, Is only in her fantasy
Layla's dreams of a better future are tempered by the cruel realities of war, making the idea of reaching maturity feel like a distant fantasy.
Eyes that don’t ever see the light lose hope, but every single day she
Layla's world is one of darkness and loss, but she still holds onto a glimmer of hope for a brighter tomorrow.
Prays for a better tomorrow
In the face of unspeakable horror, Layla still believes that there is a chance to build a better future for herself and others.
Faith leads to all possibilities
Despite the odds, Layla still believes in the power of faith and hope to transform the world around her.
In the night she dreams of freedom and of peace
In her quiet moments, Layla allows herself to dream of a world without war, a place where she can be truly free.
Out of sight
Layla's story, like so many others affected by war, is often overlooked and ignored by those far removed from the conflict.
Another number on a headline
Layla is just one more victim of a war that has taken so many lives, reduced to nothing more than a statistic or a news story.
Contributed by Blake B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Deborah Statton
Those of u saying he stole this song from Benny .
no. this song is about a 16 yr old living in the times of war .. and just wanting to make it to 17!
not even close to Benny .
" Fired rounds cut the bottom of her feet"!
bullets hot on the ground ...
living in a bad dream !!!
saying she is to young to live the life she is .
gets facts be for u assume. Bc he says " she's only 16"
not .. " she only 16.. leave her alone " !
Luana Oliveira
Muito top! Adoro suas músicas! 👏👏👏👏
Just Love96
الاحلى من كل شي بالاغنيه الصوت .....دماااااااار
Karla Martinez
Es hermosa la canción me encanto ..! It's a beautiful song ..!
edgardo hernandez
@Karla Isabel Martinez Montes donde puedo encontrar la letra?
OOR ZEF
Que hombre tan interesante y el vozarrón es de lujo. Definitivamente hay gente privilegiada.
Felicidades!! 👏👏.
Saludos de una fan Colombiana.
graveyard63
One of the best songs ever!
Jaafar
+graveyard63 Thank you so much! 😊
Maria Alhajjy
This was my fav song when I was 16. I’m 19 right now and I’m still listening to it! ♥️💔
Fatin Gameel
صوت رائع 👍👍حافظ على المستوى الراقي وهذه النوعية من الفيديو كليب. ..شكرا على الجمال😉
keep up the good work ✌
Matthew Bullock
I really like this song and he is so cute!!