Boaz Sharabi at 80: Looking Forward to the Future with Optimism and Music
Ahead of his 80th birthday concert in Tel Aviv, legendary Israeli singer Boaz Sharabi opens up about aging, family aspirations, and his ongoing battle with loneliness.
Ahead of a festive concert at the Charles Bronfman Auditorium in Tel Aviv alongside the Israel Chamber Orchestra to mark his 80th birthday, Boaz Sharabi, one of the greatest singers in Israeli history, is looking forward with optimism.
In a fascinating interview with N12, he clarifies that he is not intimidated by age and shares his ambition to reach the age of 90. At the center of his plans is the aspiration to accompany his son Adi to the huppah and to be blessed with seeing a grandchild.
Alongside his personal ambitions, Israeli reality continues to resonate in his art. Sharabi shared his deep emotion about performing before the hostages families at the Kirya, where he heartfeltly performed his song "Keshetavo" (When You Come), and also recalled how the late Uzi Hitman altered the lyrics of the song "Mi Yeda SheKakh Yiheyeh" to instill a message of hope.
However, alongside the emotional moments and success, Sharabi also speaks candidly about the complexities of his personal life. "Loneliness is my enemy number one," he admitted candidly. He shared that he uses alcohol to release pressure and cope with the silence: "I am a fan of alcohol, I need those few drinks. But that doesn't mean I wake up in the morning and sip from a bottle."
