Israeli Singer Yuval Raphael and Matisyahu Release New Song 'Carry On'

Israeli singer and songwriter Yuval Raphael has collaborated with American Jewish singer Matisyahu on a new international song titled "Carry On." The song, released ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks, is produced by Grammy-nominated American producer Rico Love and written by Rachel Spozniak. It focuses on resilience, hope, and the choice to move forward despite pain and memory.

For Raphael, who survived the Nova music festival massacre by hiding in a shelter for hours, the song's release holds personal significance. She stated that "Carry On" is about the decision to rise and continue, even after moments where everything seems broken. She clarified that continuing does not mean forgetting or leaving pain behind, but learning to live alongside it and choosing life anew each day.

Raphael explained that her experiences engaging with global audiences since her participation in Eurovision have strengthened her desire to use music to present another facet of the Israeli narrative. She has met people worldwide and realized the importance of using her voice and platform to showcase the Israel she knows: its people, heart, resilience, creativity, and will to live. She emphasized that in a time when Israel is often portrayed internationally through war and difficult headlines, she wants her music to convey their human and beautiful side, fostering connection.

Raphael, who won "The Next Star for Eurovision" and represented Israel at Eurovision 2025 with "New Day Will Rise," finishing first in the public vote and second overall, also returned to the competition as a songwriter for "Michelle." "Carry On" connects her personal story to her broader message of continuing to live, dream, and create alongside memory and pain, three years after October 7th.