As a Gaza-born artist who rose to fame as the winner of Arab Idol , Assaf is often described as a "Palestinian hero" who unites people across political divides.
The track is frequently played at international rallies and protests, notably gaining surges in popularity during the 2021 Sheikh Jarrah protests and following October 2023. As a Gaza-born artist who rose to fame
In 2023, the song was briefly removed from platforms like Spotify and Apple Music following allegations of "inciting against Israel". The removal caused a massive public outcry and was attributed by some to distributor issues, leading to its eventual reinstatement. Artist Profile: Mohammed Assaf As a Gaza-born artist who rose to fame