Analysis: Dance song that is rocking Baghdad this summer

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RENEE MONTAGNE
Morning Edition (NPR)
08-05-2004
Analysis: Dance song that is rocking Baghdad this summer

Host: RENEE MONTAGNE
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM

RENEE MONTAGNE, host:

For the past month, a new Iraqi pop song has been all the rage in Baghdad. The title is "Burtukali"(ph) and it was recorded outside of the country by Iraqi musicians. The song's music video is a potent mix of traditional Iraqi dance, sex appeal and a catchy beat. NPR's Ivan Watson reports from Baghdad that it has offered many Iraqis a welcome escape.

(Soundbite of music)

IVAN WATSON reporting:

Like most pop hits, ...

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