Mansour Tehrani, the creator of the lyrics and music for 'My Schoolmate' - 2003-07-03. The names of you and me are engraved on this blackboard, the rod of oppression and tyranny still remains on our bodies. The song 'My Schoolmate' has practically become the anthem of Iranian youth seeking freedom, but many of those who hum it these days may not know that this work is by Mansour Tehrani, who has written songs for many Iranian artists including Googoosh, Ebi, Hayedeh, Setar, and others over the past thirty years. 'My Schoolmate' was created in 1980 for the film 'Assassination,' which he directed himself, and was performed by the late Fereydoun Foroughi. The powerful rendition that is heard these days is from a cassette featuring Jamshid Jam. You can listen to a new version of this song arranged and performed by Abdi Yeganeh and sung by Mansour Tehrani.
Mansour Tehrani, Creator of the Song and Lyrics 'My Schoolmate' - 2003-07-03
Mansour Tehrani, a prominent Iranian songwriter, is recognized for his song 'My Schoolmate,' which has become an anthem for freedom-seeking youth in Iran. The song, originally created for a film in 1980, has been performed by various artists over the years. Its enduring popularity highlights the cultural significance of music in Iranian society.
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📰 What Happened
Mansour Tehrani's song 'My Schoolmate' has gained renewed attention as an anthem for Iranian youth seeking freedom. Originally created in 1980 for a film, it has been performed by various artists and continues to resonate in contemporary Iran.
- The song was created in 1980 for the film 'Assassination'.
- It has been performed by several artists, including a recent version by Abdi Yeganeh.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Music has historically been a form of resistance in Iran, particularly among youth who seek to express their desires for change and freedom.
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