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There are at least 2 artists by this name: 1) Rita (Hebrew: ריטה‎), born Rita Yahan-Farouz on March 24, 1962). Rita is one of the most iconic and influential Israeli singers and actresses, often referred to as the Queen of Israeli Music. . Born in Tehran, Iran, she immigrated to Israel with her family in 1970 as part of the wave of Iranian Jews seeking a new life in the young state. Rita’s career, which spans over four decades, has had a profound impact on Israeli culture, blending Eastern and Western influences into a unique artistic expression. Her musical journey began in the Israeli Army Band in 1980 and continued at the prestigious Beit Zvi School of Performing Arts. Rita’s rise to fame began with her captivating performance of”Shvil HaBricha” at the 1986 Pre-Eurovision Song Contest. Though she did not win, the song and her daring stage presence made her a household name. Her self-titled debut album, “Rita” (1986), broke records by going triple platinum, cementing her place as a leading artist. Rita's second album,”Yemei Ha'Tom” (1988), marked a collaboration with her then-husband and musical partner, Rami Kleinstein, and included works by esteemed playwright Hanoch Levin. In 1990, she represented Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest with Shara Barkhovot. Despite her modest placement, the song became a classic in her repertoire. Throughout the 1990s, Rita released hit albums, including Ahava Gedola (1994) and Tahanot BaZman (1996), which showcased her evolving artistry. Her rendition of the national anthem, Hatikvah, at Israel's 50th-anniversary celebration in 1998, solidified her status as a cultural icon. She continued to redefine Israeli pop with albums like Tiftah Halon (1999) and Hamtzan (2003). In addition to her music, Rita excelled in theater, starring as Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady and Roxie Hart in Chicago. Her 2006 multimedia show, One, dazzled audiences with innovative visuals and performances, selling over 100,000 tickets. She released her 7th album, Remzaim (2008), further exploring her artistic versatility. Celebrating 40 years in the spotlight in 2025, Rita remains a powerful voice in Israeli music and a symbol of resilience, bridging cultural divides with her music. Her ability to blend modernity with tradition, along with her theatrical flair, has left an indelible mark on Israel's cultural landscape. Wiki: https://he.wikipedia.org/wiki/ריטה 2) Rita is a Japanese voice actress, singer, and lyricist from Osaka, also using the 理多 name when voice acting. She is mainly active in the video game music scene. In 2004, she formed Blueberry&Yogurt with Toshihiko Uchiyama (内山利彦, musical composer) and Takamatsu”AND” (高松アンド, vocal engineer), who left the group in late 2005. She has released over 10 albums and singles, and she often titles her albums with words beginning with the letter M. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.