Narkis dreamed of becoming a singer since childhood. He released his first album, Tfilat Chayay (The Prayer of My Life) at the age of 16. A few years later during his military service in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), Narkis joined Tamir Tzur to form the first Mediterranean musical group.
His sixth album, Rak Itakh (Only with You), which includes the hit "Lekhol Ekhad Yesh" (Everyone Has), placed Narkis at the center stage of Israeli music. This song was also chosen as the "Song of the Year" in Israel, and was very popular among football (soccer) fans. In 2001, Narkis released his album Ze Mehalev (Straight from the Heart). As with his previous albums, this was a great success and many of its songs became hits.
In 2003, the song "Millim Laahava" ("Words for Love") won at the national finals organized by the Israeli Broadcasting Authority ("IBA") television channel, Channel One, against three other songs for the privilege to represent Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2003, due to his prominence and popularity on the Israeli popular music scene.[citation needed] The song ended up 19th out of the 26 Eurovision finalists.
At the age of 26, Narkis released his eighth album Millim Laahava (Words for Love), named after his Eurovision entry.
Ad Sof Yamai
Lior Narkis Lyrics
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lamah at osah inyan
mikol davar katan at mitrageshet
ech nish'art otah yaldah,
yafah shonah veyechidah,
shebechiyuch olam shalem koveshet.
At tamid benishmati
milvadech lo tihyeh acheret
(x2)
Ohav otach ad sof yamay
ani nishba lach
bi ha'amini yaldati she'lo elech
eshmor otach kol chayay ani eten lach
im rak tavini shelibi nimtza etzlech
At tamid benishmati...
At chayevet lefachot lenasot lehishtanot,
im oti be'emet ohevet
lo efg'a bach le'olam
bishvilech ehyeh mushlam,
lo abit be'af ishah acheret.
At tamid benishmati...
Ani ohav otach kol kach
at ha'or shebeveiti
milvadech lo tihyeh acheret...
The lyrics to Lior Narkis's song Ad Sof Yamai are a declaration of undying love and devotion to a woman. The singer is constantly thinking about her and asks why she affects him so much, even in the smallest ways. This woman has captured his heart and he cannot resist her charm and unique qualities. She is a rare gem in his eyes and he cannot bear the thought of living without her. He swears to protect her and give her all of his life, promising to never stray or hurt her. She is the light in his home and his soul, and he cannot imagine a life without her.
The song is essentially a love letter and expression of commitment to a significant other. The singer believes that this woman is his soulmate and he will do anything to keep her close to him. It is a beautifully written tribute to the power of love and the impact it can have on your life. The song's melody and smooth vocals add to the depth of the lyrics, making it a moving and emotional piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Choshev alaich kol hazman,
I constantly think about you,
lamah at osah inyan
what is it that you're doing?
mikol davar katan at mitrageshet
you get upset over every small thing
ech nish'art otah yaldah,
How did you become such a broken girl,
yafah shonah veyechidah,
beautiful, unique,
shebechiyuch olam shalem koveshet.
that conquers the entire world.
At tamid benishmati
You are always in my soul,
at ha'or shebeveiti
you are the light in my home
milvadech lo tihyeh acheret
You will never be replaced.
(x2)
Ohav otach ad sof yamay
I will love you until the end of my days
ani nishba lach
I swear to you
bi ha'amini yaldati she'lo elech
I believe my child that I won't go to anyone else
eshmor otach kol chayay ani eten lach
I will protect you all my life, I will give you everything
im rak tavini shelibi nimtza etzlech
If only my heart's desire is found near you.
At chayevet lefachot lenasot lehishtanot,
You must try to change,
im oti be'emet ohevet
if you truly love me,
lo efg'a bach le'olam
I will never hurt you forever
bishvilech ehyeh mushlam,
because of you I will be complete,
lo abit be'af ishah acheret.
I will not look for another woman in anger.
Ani ohav otach kol kach
I love you so much,
at ha'or shebeveiti
you are the light in my home
milvadech lo tihyeh acheret
You will never be replaced.
Contributed by Brody T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.