RITA, a singer with overwhelming popularity in Israel
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January 25, 2022

RITA, a singer with overwhelming popularity in Israel

Four Decades On, Her Popularity Endures.

RITA, a singer who has built a diverse career over more than 30 years, performing worldwide, is now one of the most popular figures in Israeli music culture. This article introduces her.

Text by ISRAEL

Boasting a music career of nearly 40 years, RITA is a leading figure in Israeli music culture. She has released 14 albums since her debut, with 12 of them achieving multi-platinum and multi-gold status, proving her star power continues to grow.
She has performed for heads of state visiting Israel, including former President Obama, and has spoken at TED X presentations. In 2018, she was invited to a concert celebrating the 70th anniversary of Israel's independence in Japan, where her duet with EXILE ATSUSHI moved the audience to tears.
This article introduces RITA, a singer with overwhelming popularity in Israel.
RITA (real name: Rita Jahanforuz) was born in Iran and moved to Israel in her childhood. She began her music career in the 1980s and represented Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest. Her debut album marked her official emergence onto the music scene.
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