Gideon Unna is back with a new single titled, “What Is Love”, featuring the incredibly talented Kaley Halperin. As with many of his previous songs, the new single has a warm, acoustic sound that feels both modern and intimate. The lyrics and vocals are vulnerable and graceful, fitting together like two puzzle pieces; they strike the listener’s heart as they explore love in troubling times. One can only hope that everyone finds more compassion in their hearts, and this track strongly emphasizes that need in a world currently marked by so many conflicts and outbreaks of violence, the song feels especially poignant.
Yoav Asif’s keys and Yotam Botner’s percussion give the track real depth and movement, while Gideon Unna lays down an infectious groove on acoustic guitar and bass. The overall production, handled simply and cleanly by Unna and co-producer Lior Medan, lets the song’s emotional core breathe. Oren Tzur’s string arrangements add a lush, soulful layer, and the balance between acoustic and electronic elements enhances the music’s message of love and peace.
The personal story behind “What Is Love” is as compelling as the song itself. Gideon Unna said he was inspired to write the song by recent events in Israel and by a broader, global sense of negativity; he wanted to speak out against violence and urge compassion. Recorded in a small studio in Israel with remarkable scenery, the setting helped give the track an organic vibe. In a time when the world feels divided, this single stands as a heartfelt anthem for peace.
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