Ehud Manor

Israeli songwriter and translator

Ehud Manor - Israeli songwriter and translator
Born

July 13th, 1941
83 years ago

Died

2005
20 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Israel

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A prominent figure in Israeli music, contributed significantly as a songwriter and translator. Wrote lyrics for several popular songs and collaborated with many artists. Worked extensively in translating English songs into Hebrew, enriching the local music scene. His lyrics are characterized by poetic depth and cultural resonance, earning acclaim in the industry.

Wrote lyrics for 'Jamen', performed by Gali Atari

Translated 'Imagine' by John Lennon into Hebrew

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