The Israeli singer behind that Tyler, the Creator Song

Tel Aviv is burning in bright red flames. A huge explosion looms in the distance, thick black clouds rising into the sky. At first glance, it looks like a reimagined Independence Day – Israel's beloved singer- actor-soldier Idan Amedi stepping into Will Smith's shoes as the fearless hero, with Gazans cast as invading aliens. "Welcome to Earth!"

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