The Egyptian Society of Authors, Composers, and Publishers has released a statement regarding the resemblance between a version of the song "Alaa Ked El Habeeb" performed by Asala and the classic song "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara". According to Fawzi Ibrahim, the society's general secretary, a musical analysis was conducted to examine the similarities between the two songs. The analysis revealed that the version performed by Asala bears a stronger resemblance to "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara" than the original song.
The musical analysis was conducted by specialists within the society and academics from outside. Ibrahim noted that as a poet, he can also point out some aspects related to the melody. He explained that the way Asala presented the melody in her version gave millions of Egyptians the impression that the work is related to the melody of "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara". This led the society to issue a statement on the matter.
Ibrahim clarified that the original song "Alaa Ked El Habeeb" does have some similarities with "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara", but these similarities are more pronounced in Asala's version. He attributed this to changes in the melodic phrase and performance, as well as the introduction of a musical solo that directs the listener's attention to the melody of "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara".
The melody of "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara" has been documented and attributed to Egyptian composer Sayed Darwish. Ibrahim mentioned that there are recordings, musical notations, and documents dating back to 2017 that confirm this attribution. He also noted that several artists, including Hamid Morsi and Sabah Fakri, have performed the song over the years, further solidifying its connection to Darwish.
Ibrahim emphasized that the Egyptian Society of Authors, Composers, and Publishers, which is 81 years old, plays a crucial role in preserving Egyptian creative heritage, particularly when it comes to protecting rights. He stressed that the society's statement was issued with the utmost respect for Syrian heritage, which the society values and respects.
The society's analysis and statement were prompted by the musical presentation and performance of Asala's version of "Alaa Ked El Habeeb". Ibrahim reiterated that the society's goal is to protect the rights of creators and preserve Egypt's musical heritage. He also highlighted the importance of respecting and preserving the cultural heritage of other countries, including Syria.
The controversy surrounding the resemblance between the two songs has sparked a wider discussion about music rights and the importance of preserving cultural heritage. Asala's version of "Alaa Ked El Habeeb" has been widely popular, but the society's statement has brought attention to the need to respect and acknowledge the original creators and their works.
Key points
- The Egyptian Society of Authors, Composers, and Publishers has conducted a musical analysis to examine the similarities between Asala's version of "Alaa Ked El Habeeb" and the classic song "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara".
- The analysis revealed that Asala's version bears a stronger resemblance to "Zoroni Kol Sana Mara" than the original song.
- The society's statement aims to protect the rights of creators and preserve Egypt's musical heritage.
