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#edengolan #octoberrain Eden Golan’s journey from “October Rain” to “Hurricane” is a story marked by creativity, political sensitivity, and artistic evolution. In early 2024, Eden Golan’s song “October Rain” was initially chosen to represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest. The song’s original lyrics contained poignant references that were interpreted by some as addressing the Hamas terror attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023. These included lines like “there’s no air left to breathe” and “they were all good children, each one of them,” which alluded to the tragedy where nearly 1,200 people were killed and 252 taken hostage. Due to the highly charged political atmosphere and the sensitivities surrounding the event, Eurovision organizers requested revisions to the song. The lyrics and title were changed to avoid potential political controversies. The revamped version, titled “Hurricane,” retained the emotional depth and power of the original but with adjustments that made it more universally relatable while steering clear of direct political references. The transformation of “October Rain” into “Hurricane” was not just a matter of altering lyrics but also a reworking of the song’s thematic elements. “Hurricane” became a metaphor for the stormy and turbulent experiences that individuals face, resonating with a broader audience while maintaining the emotional intensity that Eden is known for. Despite these changes, “Hurricane” faced scrutiny and backlash, particularly during the Eurovision semi-finals, which took place amid significant anti-Israel protests. Nonetheless, Eden’s performance, marked by her powerful vocal delivery and stage presence, won over many fans, leading her to the finals. Eden Golan’s ability to navigate these challenges and adapt her song to fit the constraints of the competition while still delivering a compelling and heartfelt performance speaks volumes about her resilience and artistic integrity. “Hurricane” went on to become a significant hit, amassing millions of views and streams, further establishing Eden as a formidable talent on the international music scene. —- Eden Golan, born in 2003 in Kfar Saba, Israel, is a rising Israeli singer who recently gained international recognition by representing Israel in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest with her song “Hurricane.” Her background is quite diverse; her father is Latvian-Jewish and her mother Ukrainian-Jewish, both originally from Soviet Russia. The family moved to Russia when Eden was six, a period during which she faced significant social challenges, including being nicknamed “Natasha” due to her Israeli identity. They returned to Israel in 2022. Eden’s music career began to flourish when she joined the Israeli label Session 42 at 18 and released several hits such as “Dopamine,” “Ghost Town,” and “Let Me Blow Ya Mind.” She also led the girl group Cosmos Girls for a time. Her big break came when she won Israel’s national talent competition, HaKokhav HaBa (Rising Star), in early 2024, which secured her spot in Eurovision. Her song “Hurricane” was created by a top team of Israeli songwriters, including Keren Peles, Avi Ohayon, and Stav Beger, the latter known for co-writing “Toy,” which won Eurovision for Israel in 2018. Despite facing political challenges and protests, Eden’s performance has been celebrated both for her talent and her role in representing Israel on such a prominent stage.
