From the Jewish Star 2012 winner Dovid Moskovits comes his latest release, Sa’eni Nah. Written by Zvika Bornstein with music by Rolf Lovland, this is the first time that the song “You Raise Me Up” has been covered in Hebrew and the touching lyrics transcend language and culture, speaking words of solace and comfort that are universal.
The song, Sa’eni Nah, is simultaneously haunting yet hopeful, as the poignant lyrics describe how children through the ages have endured tremendous suffering and tribulations, yet have been comforted by the knowledge that Hashem is with them, even at their darkest hour.
Dovid’s soaring vocals give voice to the trials and heartache of Jewish children over the years, with a particular nod to the children of the Holocaust. The haunting violins, reminiscent of the noted musicians of Auschwitz, and the pictures of children who endured the horrors of World War II only serve as a stark reminder that despite the passage of generations, these children of yesteryear are forever linked to today’s youth, who still feel their pain.
Yet Sa’eni Nah, produced by Zvika Bornstein, with musical arrangement by Nochi Krohn, is about the timeless solace that has helped children endure for centuries, knowing that even in the bleakest situations, they are never alone. As the voice of the new generation, Dovid continues to shine, offering a beacon of hope that is both comforting and heartwarming.
The music video is directed by Aaron Orian, and produced by Danny Finkelman.
Translation: You Raise me up (שאני נא)
Lyrics : Zvika Bornstein
Sung by : Dovid Moskovits
Here you are walking right beside me,
As our footsteps, press into the sand.
But darkness comes, I’m all alone and frightened,
Into the light I’m carried with both your hands.
You raise me up , so I can climb above it
the highest mountains, and the stormy seas
You raise me up, and I’m on your shoulders,
You gave me all the good that is in me.
My life in pictures flashes in the heavens,
Those Troubled images blaze before my eyes,
You say, My son, just stay here on my shoulders
Those single footsteps in the sand — are mine.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me. (Psalms 23:4)
You raise me up , so I can climb above it
the highest mountains, and the stormy seas
You raise me up, and I’m on your shoulders,
You gave me all the good that is in me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy sea
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up… To more than I can be.
You gave me all the good that is in me
That was truly beautiful and touching. I still have tears in my eyes as I write this.
We here in California fervently pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
May HaShem fill you and bless you all
with His everlasting love.
Shalom V’Ahavah,
Hilary
What a beautiful and annointed voice. I really felt the presence of the Lord as I heard this song and could not stop crying, it touched my heart and I feel I was there with you,Gods people.
I feel your pain and see the prayers of Gods saints going up as a sweet fragrance and he has
heard and is mindful of what is taking place. But if God be for you , then WHO ??? CAN STAND AGAINST YOU. STAND AND SEE THE SALVATION OF THE LORD BECAUSE HE IS THE GREAT
I AM AND BESIDE HIM THERE IS NO OTHER.
SHALOM,
ESTER
Beautiful, beautiful and very touching. One day, Jew and Gentile will stand before Him.