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"Jerusalem" is a 1986 reggae album by Ivorian artist Alpha Blondy, recorded with backing from the Wailers band. The album integrates roots reggae rhythms with political and spiritual themes, featuring lyrics performed in multiple languages, including French, English, and Hebrew. It stands as one of Alpha Blondy's most internationally recognized works, helping establish him as a prominent figure in African reggae.
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Alpha Blondy - Jerusalem ranks #102 of 237 in the World Music Album ranking, behind Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - The Last Prophet, ahead of Baaba Maal - Firin' In Fouta.
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Why is Alpha Blondy's album called Jerusalem?
Released in 1986, the album's title track "Jerusalem" famously features Alpha Blondy singing lyrics in Hebrew, Arabic, French, and English. The Ivorian reggae singer used the song to promote a message of peace and religious unity between Jews and Muslims.
Who backed Alpha Blondy on the Jerusalem album?
For the 1986 recording of *Jerusalem*, Alpha Blondy collaborated with the legendary Jamaican rhythm section and production duo, Sly and Robbie. Their involvement gave the Ivorian singer's vocals an incredibly authentic, hard-hitting roots reggae backing track.
What languages are sung on Alpha Blondy's Jerusalem?
Alpha Blondy is famous for his multilingual lyrics, and on *Jerusalem*, he sings in Dioula, French, English, Hebrew, and Arabic. This linguistic diversity is a hallmark of his unique brand of Ivorian reggae, making his music accessible across multiple global regions.
When was Alpha Blondy's Jerusalem album released?
The album was released in 1986 and is widely considered Alpha Blondy's magnum opus. It cemented his status not just as a West African star, but as an internationally acclaimed artist in the global roots reggae community.
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