Aya Korem was born in Nazareth Illit, now known as Nof Hagalil. For many years she has been a successful singer, residing in Israel’s cultural epicenter, Tel Aviv. Aya has just released a song oozing with nostalgia for her childhood city. In the lyrics of “The star of Nazareth Illit,” she admits that she always feels most at home in Nazareth Illit, and somewhat estranged with the pace and life and Tel Aviv.
The video below was filmed in Nof Hagalil, sharing scenes of the city and the people.
Aya Korem made headlines a decade ago when, along with members of the Knesset, she managed to amend musician’s antiquated contract deals that in some cases lasted for 18 years. As a result, a law was created limiting contracts in the music industry to no more than 7 years.