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PHOTO CREDIT: Above photo by John Rickman Photography, San Jose, California. |
Mayim Mayim
(Water Water)
This page contains a translation into English of the lyrics to the Israeli song "Mayim Mayim", which is often used for a popular folk dance. Also included is a transliteration of the Hebrew lyrics into the Roman alphabet so you can sing along if you like. This song is sometimes referred to as "U'Shavtem Mayim" or just "Mayim".
Listen to MP3 Clips of This Song
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From the CD Authentic Israeli Folk Songs & Dances on Flute, Guitar, & Drums |
Lyrics
Hebrew Lyrics |
English Translation |
| Uveshavte mayim bisasone | Joyfully, shall you draw upon the |
| Mimaynai hayeshu'a | fountain of deliverance. |
| Mayim mayim mayim mayim | Water water water water |
| Hey mayim besason | Joyful water |
| Mayim mayim mayim mayim | Water water water water |
| Hey mayim besason | Joyful water |
| Hey hey hey hey | Hey hey hey hey |
| Mayim mayim mayim mayim mayim mayim b'sason | Water water water water water water joyful |
| Mayim mayim mayim mayim mayim mayim b'sason | Water water water water water water joyful |
Where to Get Recordings of this Song
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CD Title: Authentic Israeli Folk Songs and Dances on Flute, Guitar, & Drums Amazon Store: |
About the Translator
Many thanks to Shoshana for providing this translation for this web site!!