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March 15, 2026
Iranians embrace anthem by AI singer created by UK-based, Iran-born artist
'I did it for the people,' says Farbod Mehr, of song drawing lyrics from the work of revolutionary 20th-century poet Aref Qazvini
TL;DR
- An AI singer named Nava, created by London-based artist Farbod Mehr, has become a popular anthem for Iranians.
- Nava's songs, featuring lyrics by Aref Qazvini, provide hope amidst protests and a US-Israeli air assault.
- The AI singer cannot be arrested, unlike Iranian singers jailed for their protest songs.
- Nava's persona represents Iranian women who cannot sing in public.
- The songs have achieved significant views, with a majority originating from within Iran despite internet blackouts.
- Nava's virtual persona extends beyond music, including collaborations with human artists and upcoming hologram stage appearances.
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