Tania graduated from La Sorbonne, Paris in 1992 and has been working in the creative industry since then.
She was an illustrator, a backing vocalist and an actress in famous Lebanese musician and playwright Ziad Rahbani’s musical and theatrical work between 1993 and 1996.
In 2002, she released her first album, "Tania Saleh" with Lebanese music veteran Issam Hajj Ali and music producer/sound engineer Philippe Tohme. In the meantime, she wrote the lyrics to “Mreyte Ya Mreyte”, the title song in Nadine Labaki’s first feature film "Caramel", composed by Khaled Mouzannar and lyrics to Natasha Atlas’ song “Communicate”.
In 2009, she shot the music video "Ya Wled", a critical ode to all Lebanese politicians prior to the parliamentary elections. She also released the single "Slow Down” to commemorate her first trip to the U.S.A., hosted by music producer Miles Copeland who chose her as one of the main Arab artists portrayed in the PBS-produced musical documentary entitled “Dissonance and Harmony/Arab Music Goes West”. The documentary was preceded by a 5-day musical workshop uniting American and Arab artists at SIR studios in Los Angeles. The musical documentary was directed by Jon Brandeis and aired on PBS, BBC and Al Jazeera.
She performed live in various cities of the world including Beirut, Cairo, Doha, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.
In 2010, she was featured on Al Jazeera in one of a series of documentaries by musician and documentary filmmaker Fermin Muguruza who painted a 'soundscape' of the modern Arab music scene.
In 2011, she released her second studio album (co-produced by Philippe Tohme) and a music video entitled "Wehde” released on Youtube. The album immediately became number 1 on the TOP 10 list of best selling albums at Virgin Megastore, Beirut.
She also wrote the lyrics and coached the singers in Khaled Mouzannar’s soundtrack for Nadine Labaki’s second feature film "Where Do We Go Now?”, released worldwide in September 2011. The film soundtrack was also number 1 on the TOP 10 list of best selling albums at Virgin Megastore, Beirut. It won “Best Music Award” in Stockholm International Film Festival in November 2011.
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The Fortune Teller
Tania Saleh Lyrics
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I have to know their horoscope
Not because I want to converse
Or jump in their lap
This is a very important notion
A study of humanity
We owe the planets a lot
Since the beginning of time
Aries is a hard worker, Taurus is loyal
Leo is the boss, Pisces is stupid
I'm the horoscope reader
I'm the horoscope reader
I have so many stories
And tales about the universe
Names are stacked in order
Everything is listed
If you invite a Leo and a Capricorn
Keep the Gemini away
Never wed a Scorpio to a Virgo
They don't fit in any way
Cancer is generous, Libra is a vilain
Aquarius is wise but Capricorn is in charge
I'm the horoscope reader
I'm the horoscope reader
Each sign has its good and its evil
The parents' upbringing counts
And the gene composition too
Each person has a path
And each path is on an orbit
Staring at the skies too often
Doesn't make you simple minded
Gemini is self love, Sagittarius is twisted
Virgo is not any better, Scorpio is haunted
I'm the horoscope reader
I'm the horoscope reader
In Tania Saleh's song "The Fortune Teller," the lyrics explore the fascination and importance placed on horoscopes and astrology in society. The singer expresses her interest in knowing someone's horoscope every time she meets them, not necessarily to engage in conversation or build a connection, but because she believes it is a significant aspect of understanding humanity and the influence of the planets throughout history. The notion that we owe a lot to the planets since the beginning of time suggests a belief in the power and impact of celestial bodies on human lives.
The lyrics further delves into the specific traits associated with each zodiac sign. Aries is characterized as a hard worker, Taurus as loyal, Leo as the boss, and Pisces as foolish. By identifying herself as the "horoscope reader," the singer assumes the role of someone knowledgeable about the traits and personalities associated with each sign, indicating a deep understanding of the subject matter.
The song continues to describe the singer's vast collection of stories and tales about the universe, implying that she has accumulated knowledge and experience in studying astrology. The mention of Leos and Capricorns being kept separate and warnings against Scorpio-Virgo marriages demonstrates the belief in compatibility or incompatibility between certain signs. It suggests that the singer believes an individual's zodiac sign can play a role in determining their compatibility with others.
The lyrics also emphasize that each sign has both positive and negative qualities, indicating that one's upbringing and genetic makeup can influence their personality and behavior, regardless of their zodiac sign. The acknowledgement that each person has their own unique path, represented by an orbit, suggests that astrology is not a simplistic or one-size-fits-all system. The repetition of "I'm the horoscope reader" reiterates the singer's authority in interpreting and understanding these complex dynamics.
Overall, "The Fortune Teller" speaks to the significance people attach to horoscopes and astrology, highlighting the belief that the positions and movements of celestial bodies can offer insights into human nature, compatibility, and personal destiny. It also acknowledges the diversity and complexity within each zodiac sign, suggesting that astrology is a nuanced and multifaceted study that goes beyond simple categorization.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I meet someone
Whenever I encounter a new person
I have to know their horoscope
I feel compelled to discover their astrological sign
Not because I want to converse
Not solely for the purpose of conversation
Or jump in their lap
Or develop an immediate closeness with them
This is a very important notion
It holds significant meaning for me
A study of humanity
An exploration of human nature
We owe the planets a lot
We are indebted to the influence of celestial bodies
Since the beginning of time
Since the earliest moments of existence
Aries is a hard worker, Taurus is loyal
Aries symbolizes diligent effort, Taurus embodies loyalty
Leo is the boss, Pisces is stupid
Leo represents leadership, Pisces is portrayed as foolish
I'm the horoscope reader
I possess the ability to interpret horoscopes
I have so many stories
I possess numerous anecdotes
And tales about the universe
As well as narratives regarding the cosmos
Names are stacked in order
The names are organized systematically
Everything is listed
Each element is appropriately categorized
If you invite a Leo and a Capricorn
Should you extend an invitation to a Leo and a Capricorn
Keep the Gemini away
Keep the Gemini at a distance
Never wed a Scorpio to a Virgo
Avoid the union of a Scorpio and a Virgo in matrimony
They don't fit in any way
They do not complement each other in any manner
Cancer is generous, Libra is a villain
Cancer embodies generosity, while Libra is seen as a negative force
Aquarius is wise but Capricorn is in charge
Aquarius symbolizes wisdom, whereas Capricorn assumes control
Each sign has its good and its evil
Every astrological sign possesses both positive and negative traits
The parents' upbringing counts
The upbringing by one's parents holds significance
And the gene composition too
As well as the genetic makeup
Each person has a path
Every individual follows a distinct journey
And each path is on an orbit
Each path is akin to an orbital trajectory
Staring at the skies too often
Frequently gazing at the heavens
Doesn't make you simple minded
Does not imply a lack of intelligence
Gemini is self love, Sagittarius is twisted
Gemini represents self-adoration, Sagittarius is portrayed as unbalanced
Virgo is not any better, Scorpio is haunted
Virgo is not superior, Scorpio is burdened with inner turmoil
I'm the horoscope reader
I possess the ability to interpret horoscopes
I'm the horoscope reader
I possess the ability to interpret horoscopes
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Written by: Tania Saleh
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الاغنية كل شوي بكررهاا والله حرام الفيوهات القليلة دي لازم تدخل في مليون والله 💙💙💙
@fouadhomsy8206
Much better quality!!
@taniasalehofficial
All due respect to one of my most precious listeners.
@fouadhomsy8206
Again, playing it on repeat 😂❤️❤️❤️❤️
@abedrawas5692
Skillfully put together.
@Sciencefullify
Love you Tania❤ keep doing what you're doing!
I'm a pisces btw 🙋♀️
@Alex-1724
تانيا ❤️
@fadijosephmora1665
بحب صوتك و اللحن يلي بتختاريه
@JacobW567
Magic
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Fantastic!