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Yael Naim
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| Born | 6 February 1978 |
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| Years active | 2000–present |
| Spouse(s) | David Donatien |
| Children | 2 |
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| Origin | Ramat HaSharon, Israel |
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Yael Naim (Hebrew: יעל נעים) is a talented singer and actress. She was born in Paris, France, on February 6, 1978. Yael became very famous in 2008 in the United States. This happened after her popular song "New Soul" was used in an Apple advertisement. The ad was for their new MacBook Air laptop.
Her song "New Soul" reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 music chart. This was a big achievement for her. In 2013, the French government honored her. They made her a knight of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. This is a special award for people who have done great things in art and literature.
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Early Life and Music Career
Yael Naim was born in Paris, France. Her parents were immigrants from Tunisia. When she was four years old, her family moved to Ramat HaSharon, Israel. She grew up there. During her time in the Israel Defense Forces, she sang as a soloist. She was part of the Israeli Air Force Orchestra.
Starting Her Singing Journey
Yael began her singing career by performing in a musical. It was called Les Dix Commandements. Her first solo album, ..., came out in 2001. She recorded this album in Los Angeles. She also sang a song called "You Disappear" for the movie Harrison's Flowers. In her early music, she was known simply as Yael. She also sang a duet with Din Din Aviv. It was titled "Mashmauyot". Yael's version of the Britney Spears song "Toxic" also became very popular.
Working with David Donatien
Yael Naim started working with percussionist David Donatien. They spent two years creating her second album. They recorded thirteen of her songs in a studio in her apartment in Paris. This album, called Yael Naim, was released on October 22, 2007. It was released by the Tôt ou tard music label.
The songs on the album were in French, English, and Hebrew. Critics loved the album. It quickly became a top album in France. Her music style is often described as a mix of folk and jazz. She sings with a soft, slightly husky voice. Her lyrics are often mysterious and thoughtful.
"New Soul" and Global Success
In January 2008, Apple chose Yael's song "New Soul" for their first commercial. It was for the new MacBook Air laptop. Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple, personally picked the song. Because of many digital sales in the U.S., "New Soul" quickly appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It debuted at number 9 on February 16, 2008.
This made "New Soul" Yael Naim's first top ten hit in the United States. She became the first Israeli solo artist to have a top ten song there. The song moved up to number 7 the next week. "New Soul" was also featured in the movies The House Bunny and Wild Target. Yael's third album was released in November 2010. The first song from that album was "Go to the River".
In 2016, Yael won her second Female Artist of the Year award. This was at the Victoires de la Musique awards. These awards are like the Grammys in France. She had won this award before, in 2011.
Personal Life
Yael Naim is married to David Donatien. He is a musician from Martinique. They have two children together.
Music Albums
Yael Naim has released several studio albums.
| Year | Album Title | Peak Positions (Selected Countries) |
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| 2001 | ... | N/A |
| 2007 | Yael Naim | France: 6, US: 50 |
| 2010 | She Was a Boy | France: 14 |
| 2015 | Older | France: 12 |
| 2020 | Nightsongs | N/A |
Popular Songs (Singles)
Here are some of Yael Naim's popular singles.
| Year | Song Title | Peak Positions (Selected Countries) | Album |
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| 2008 | "New Soul" | US: 7, France: 2, UK: 30 | Yael Naim |
- 2001 – "You Disappear"
- 2001 – "Do I Do"
- 2001 – "Avril"
- 2007 – "Toxic"
- 2008 – "Too Long"
- 2009 – "Far Far"
- 2010 – "Go to the River"
- 2010 – "The Only One"
- 2011 – "Come Home"
- 2015 – "Dream in My Head"
- 2015 – "Coward"
Awards and Recognitions
Yael Naim has received several awards and nominations for her music.
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2008 | Victoires de la Musique | Album of the Year (World Music) | Won |
| 2008 | NRJ Music Awards | Francophone Revelation of the Year | Nominated |
| 2008 | Prix Constantin | Album of the Year | Nominated |
| 2009 | Victoires de la Musique | Best Female Singer of the Year | Nominated |
| 2011 | Victoires de la Musique | Best Female Singer of the Year | Won |
Television Appearances
Yael Naim's voice has been used in several television shows.
- Her voice was heard in an episode of The Simpsons called "The Greatest Story Ever D'ohed". She voiced a character named Dorit.
- Her song "Come Home" was featured in an episode of Grey's Anatomy. It was also in an episode of the ABC Family series Switched at Birth.
- Her cover of Irene Cara's "Flashdance (What a Feeling)" was used in a promotion video for The Voice UK in 2014.
Helping Others
On November 27, 2015, Yael Naim participated in a special event. She sang with Nolwenn Leroy and Camélia Jordana. This event was a national memorial day for the victims of the November 2015 Paris attacks. They sang the song "Quand on n'a que l'amour" by Jacques Brel.
See also
In Spanish: Yael Naim para niños
