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.

Khorshid Khanoom
dariush Lyrics

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خورشید خانم آفتاب کن
شبو اسیر خواب کن
مجمر نور و بردار
یخ زمین و اب کن
گلهای باغچه خوابن
غمری های پیر و خسته
قناری های عاشق
بال صداشون بسته

فواره های خاکی
تن نمیدن به پرواز
شمع و گل و پروانه
جا نمیشن تو آواز
خورشید خانم آفتاب کن
شبو اسیر خواب کن
مجمر نور و بردار
یخ زمین و آب کن
مرواریدای نورو
بپاش تو دامن اب
ما رو ببر به جشن
گندم و عشق و آفتاب
سوار اسب نور شو
زمین و اندازه کن
دستمال آبی بردار
قلبامونو تازه کن
خورشید خانم آفتاب کن
شبو اسیر خواب کن
مجمر نور و بردار
یخ زمین و آب کن
خورشید تن طلایی
زمین برات هلاکه
نگو طلا که پاکه
چه منتش به خاکه
زمین که عاشق توست
حیفه تو شب بمیره
حیفه سراغتو از ستاره ها بگیره
خورشید خانم آفتاب کن
شبو اسیر خواب کن
مجمر نور و بردار
یخ زمین و آب کن
خورشید خانم آفتاب کن
شبو اسیر خواب کن

مجمر نور و بردار
یخ زمین و آب کن

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dariush's "Khorshid Khanoom" captures the essence of beauty and light in the form of the sun. The song starts with a call to the "Sun Lady" to rise and shine, while the world is held captive by sleep. The "Sun Lady" is depicted as a source of warmth and light, capable of melting the ice on the Earth, making the flowers in the garden bloom, and reviving the tired souls of the elderly, all of whom are silent in the dark. The canaries, who are the symbol of love, are also awaiting her arrival with their wings closed, lost in anticipation of the light. The song also highlights the limitations that humans face compared to the natural elements, as the candles, flowers, and butterflies fail to sing in her presence.

The song continues to evoke the image of the sun as a source of life and abundance, and encourages the listener to embrace the light and the celebration. The imagery of the pearls of light splashing in the water, and the invitation to celebrate with wheat, love, and the sun, resonates with the idea of abundance and fertility. The song then takes a romantic turn, inviting the Sun Lady to ride on the horse of light and explore the world, and to bring a fresh perspective to revive our hearts, just as the blue handkerchief cleanses our faces. The last verse speaks of the beauty of the sun and acknowledging the fact that the Earth is blessed by its presence.

Overall, the song "Khorshid Khanoom" is a beautiful tribute to the sun and its life-giving properties, with a touch of romanticism and appreciation for the beauty of life.

Line by Line Meaning

خورشید خانم آفتاب کن
Lady Sun, shine bright

شبو اسیر خواب کن
Take the night captive, let it sleep

مجمر نور و بردار
Gather and carry the embers of light

یخ زمین و آب کن
Melt the ice on the ground and bring water

گلهای باغچه خوابن
The garden flowers are asleep

غمری های پیر و خسته
The elderly and tired are lamenting

قناری های عاشق
The love-struck canaries

بال صداشون بسته
Have their wings clipped and silent

فواره های خاکی
The dusty fountains

تن نمیدن به پرواز
Unable to take flight

شمع و گل و پروانه
The candle, flower, and butterfly