Lele | Mala Barkir

: A contemporary version included in the album Lament for Syria , which highlights the song's connection to modern displacement. Listen on SoundCloud .

: A popular Kurdish singer known for her powerful folk interpretations. How to Experience It Mala Barkir Lele

If you are looking to listen to or learn the song, these versions are considered essential: : A contemporary version included in the album

: For a traditional feel, start with Şivan Perwer . For a more atmospheric, cross-cultural experience, listen to Aynur Doğan on Spotify . How to Experience It If you are looking

: A legendary figure in Kurdish music, his version is part of the classic folk canon, available on his album Chants du Kurdistan .

: The title translates roughly to "The families have migrated, oh girl/woman" (Malan = houses/families; Barkir = migrated/moved; Lêlê = a vocative particle used for women).

: Perhaps the most famous modern rendition, her version on the album Hawniyaz (with Kayhan Kalhor) is celebrated for its haunting vocal depth. You can find her live performance on KEXP's YouTube channel .