Haim Hefer

Haim Hefer
Hefer in 1983
Native name
חיים חפר
BornHaim Feiner
(1925-10-29)29 October 1925
Sosnowiec, Second Polish Republic
Died18 September 2012(2012-09-18) (aged 86)
Tel Aviv, Israel
OccupationSongwriter, poet, writer
CitizenshipIsrael
Period1930s–2012
Subjectwar, peace, politics, current affairs
Notable worksHaFinjan (The Finjan), Hayu Zmanim (In Those Days), Hamilkhama Ha'achrona (The Last War), HaSela haAdom (The Red Rock)
Notable awards1983 Israel Prize
SpouseRuti Haramati
ChildrenMimi

Haim Hefer (Hebrew: חיים חפר; 29 October 1925 – 18 September 2012) was a Polish-born Israeli songwriter, poet, columnist, translator and writer. He wrote for numerous composers and musical artists, as well as for military bands. Several of his songs are considered Israeli classics. He was awarded the Israel Prize in 1983 as recognition for his contributions to Israeli music.