Egyptian actress Shams El-Baroudy has spoken out against a song that she believes promotes a materialistic view of love. In a post on her official Facebook account, El-Baroudy expressed her discontent with the song's lyrics, which suggest that love is only associated with wealth and possessions. She emphasized that true love is not about money or material goods.
The song in question, titled "What is Love?", is performed by Egyptian singer Ruby and was released several months ago as part of an album with the same name. The lyrics of the song ask rhetorical questions about what love is, with answers that include references to wealth, properties, and other material possessions. El-Baroudy's comments have sparked a reaction from her followers, with some agreeing with her views and others offering differing opinions.
El-Baroudy noted that her understanding of love is different from what is being presented in some modern songs. She recalled that in the past, love was not associated with material possessions, and people did not measure love in terms of wealth or properties. Her comments reflect a sentiment shared by some who feel that the music industry has shifted its focus towards materialism.
The song "What is Love?" was written by Mustafa Hadwata, composed by Attar, and distributed by Kolbiks. It was produced and mastered by Maher Salah. Ruby's song has been popular among some fans, but El-Baroudy's criticism has also drawn attention to the issue of materialism in music.
El-Baroudy's followers have reacted to her post, with some sharing their own views on love and music. While some agree with her that love should not be measured by material possessions, others have pointed out that modern songs are different from those of the past. Some have also identified the song in question as being performed by Ruby.
El-Baroudy has been active on social media, sharing her thoughts on various topics. This is not the first time she has expressed her opinions on issues related to art and culture. Her comments on the song have sparked a debate about the role of materialism in music and the way love is portrayed in modern songs.
The debate about materialism in music is ongoing, with some arguing that it reflects a broader societal issue. Others see it as a reflection of the music industry's focus on commercial success. El-Baroudy's criticism of the song has contributed to the conversation, highlighting the need for a more nuanced discussion about love and relationships in music.
Key points
- Shams El-Baroudy criticizes a song for promoting a materialistic view of love.
- The song in question is "What is Love?" by Egyptian singer Ruby.
- El-Baroudy's comments have sparked a debate about materialism in music.
