Dariush Eghballi (born February 4, 1951) is a Persian (Iranian) pop singer … Read Full Bio ↴Dariush Eghballi (born February 4, 1951) is a Persian (Iranian) pop singer (see also داریوش). Dariush Eghbali was born in Miyaneh and spent his early years in Karaj and Kurdistan. His talent was first recognized at an early age of nine, when he appeared on stage at his school. Hassan Khayatbashi introduced him to the public at the age of twenty through Iranian television. He immediately became popular with his legendary song "Do not tell me you love me" his contemporary and unique style opened a new era in the Iranian music.

Dariush has never compromised his deeply held beliefs, for which he was even imprisoned and persecuted before the revolution in Iran. Whether he sings poems of Shamlou, Rumi, Hafez,shirazi and Naderpour, or lyrics of Iraj Jannati Attaie, Shahyar Ghanbari, Mina Assadi and Ardalan Sarfaraz, the one theme that runs through all his music is that of love, peace, freedom and justice. He has collaborated with such renowned artists as Babak Bayat, Farid Zoland, Ahmad Pejman, Mohammad Shams, Varoujan and many other innovative and avant guarde lyricists, musicians, and composers.

His body of work consists of over 200 songs in 25 albums. With remarkable sensitivity and undeniable logic, he has created an astonishing repertoire and a glorious body of work. He has the ability to interpret all forms of music with consummate ease. He has dazzled audiences with great virtuosity with his bright and effervescent performances. He has had sold out performances in concert hall around the world notably: Wembley, Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, Koncertoes, Greek Theatre, Universal Amphitheatre, and Palais de Congres.

Dariush has earned the respect and love of his admirers not only because of his talent in the world of music as a performer, but also as an accomplished composer. Furthermore, his performances in the Iranian Cinema, more specifically in two films: "Yaran" and "Faryad zir-e- ab" have earned great reviews[citation needed]. Recently, his incredible amount of sheer hard work in bringing awareness and support to the world of addiction has insured his place among the mere handful of humanitarian Iranian artists who have made an impact in the lives of people with compassion and passion. Through the establishment of the Iran Recovery Center, and Ayeneh Foundation, by creating such websites as [Behboudi.com], the first Persian website addressing substance abuse, [Ayeneh.org], the first and only website addressing all social maladies widespread among our countrymen all around the world, and his own weblog, [dariusheghbali.com]; through educational seminars and conferences around the world, and as a member of Amnesty International[citation needed], Dariush has raised his voice to make a difference. His goal is to create a nurturing environment conducive to allowing people to develop healthy, drug free lives, encouraging them and their family and loved ones to acquire and seek the skills to achieve sobriety and successfully maintain it, to bring social awareness regarding the plight of our countrymen and to create a bridge between those in need and those who can lend a helping hand. As such, his contributions have been recognized by the Self-Help And Recovery Exchange, which selected him to receive the Ron Simmons & Rev, Ronald L. Wright Award, for his outstanding contribution to support group participation by minority communities.

Dariush and his music have swept the worldwide musical scene with such haunting and powerful voice that could break a heart. His inherent musicality and intelligence and the astonishing beauty of his timbre, coupled with a passionate belief in the importance of civil liberties and political and human rights has made him an international symbol of a free Iran. He has been a messenger of love and compassion to the refugees all around the world struggling to find a tiny nest away from the tyranny and suppression. As such, he has been embraced by the Arab world, with its rich musical culture, with great enthusiasm. In a recent international festival of music video and tele-media held in Bahrain, Dariush was recognized as the sole representative of contemporary Iranian music. He was awarded the highest peace trophy[citation needed]. In the closing ceremonies of the festival, Dariush sang of freedom, particularly in his homeland, Iran, and passionately expressed his firm commitment towards being the voice of awareness, bringing attention to the plight of his countrymen struggling for freedom.

His flawless taste in music, poetry and lyrics, and his magnificent ability to touch the souls of his countrymen have been the main source of his enduring style. His engaging personality and his fierce loyalty to the need of the society has undoubtedly proven to be inspiring to the younger generation. This ever-growing impact on the younger generation, who were not even born when he began his career, as well as those who are avidly following his every move is generating over 200,000 hits a day on his website Dariush2000.com. Dariush transcends the world of popular and traditional Iranian music that he has commanded for over three decades, and has awarded the most glorious spot in the heart and soul of his countrymen all over the world.

Avaye Khaste Delan
dariush Lyrics

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قسم به دلهای خسته خسته دلان
قسم به قلب شکسته خسته دلان
به آه برلب نشسته خسته دلان
که من در این سینه
جز غمی آشنا به دل همزبان ندارم
از او جدا ماندهام
در این رهگذر ز یارم نشان ندارم
قسم به دلهای خستة خسته دلان

قسم به قلب شکستة خسته دلان
به آه برلب نشستة خسته دلان
که من در این سینه
جز غمی آشنا به دل همزبان ندارم
از او جدا ماندهام
در این رهگذر ز یارم نشان ندارم
ببین به شام بیستارهام
نکرده چارهام ، نگاه چارهسازی
نخوانده با نوای خستهام
نی شکستهام ، نوای دلنوازی
نخوانده با نوای خستهام
نی شکستهام ، نوای دلنوازی
نوای دلنوازی
ز حسرتم آه بیثمر
برلب تا کی ،یارب تا کی
به سینه ام سوز پر شرر
هر شب تاکی ، یارب تا کی
چهکنم ، چهکنم... چهکنم ، چهکنم
ببین به شام بیستارهام
نکرده چارهام ، نگاه چارهسازی
نخوانده با نوای خستهام
نی شکستهام ، نوای دلنوازی
نخوانده با نوای خستهام
نی شکستهام ، نوای دلنوازی
نوای دلنوازی
قسم به دلهای خسته خسته دلان
قسم به قلب شکسته خسته دلان
به آه برلب نشسته خسته دلان
که من در این سینه
جز غمی آشنا به دل همزبان ندارم

از او جدا ماندهام
در این رهگذر ز یارم نشان ندارم

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dariush's song Avaye Khaste Delan express feelings of heartache and longing for a lost love. The singer makes an oath, swearing to the hearts and broken hearts that share his pain. He reflects on his own internal struggle, feeling only sorrow in his chest with no companion for his pain, having been separated from his loved one. The singer voices his desperation, at times feeling hopeless, as he carries the burden of his heart's yearning for his love. He tries to find relief by singing his sad and melancholic verses and making his sorrowful cries heard. The song's lyrics express a sense of vulnerability and sadness, revealing the pain of unrequited love, healing only through musical expression.

Dariush pours his emotion into the lyrics, capturing the feeling of vulnerability and loneliness that comes with heartbreak. The song encourages people to recognize the pain of others who are struggling with a loss of love and to swear to stand by them as brothers and sisters, united in their heartbreak. The song's lyrics captivate the listener's ear and draw them into the melancholic tune, making it a heart-wrenching experience.

Line by Line Meaning

قسم به دلهای خسته خسته دلان
I swear to tired hearts, weary hearts

قسم به قلب شکسته خسته دلان
I swear to broken hearts, tired hearts

به آه برلب نشسته خسته دلان
With a sigh on my lips, I sit here with my weary heart

که من در این سینه
Because in this chest of mine

جز غمی آشنا به دل همزبان ندارم
I only know the language of sadness, and no other heart speaks with mine

از او جدا ماندهام
I have been separated from her

در این رهگذر ز یارم نشان ندارم
In this journey, I see no sign of my beloved

ببین به شام بیستارهام
Look at my nightly misery

نکرده چارهام ، نگاه چارهسازی
My remedy has not been found, I am looking for a cure

نخوانده با نوای خستهام
I have not sung with my tired voice

نی شکستهام ، نوای دلنوازی
I am not broken, with my soothing melody