Matti Caspi
מתי כספי
Singer-songwriter, composer & pianist · 1949–2026
Biography
Matti Caspi (born 1949 in Kibbutz Hanita) is one of the most influential singer-songwriters in Israeli music.
He writes, composes, arranges and plays much of his own material, blending rock, jazz, classical and Mediterranean sounds into a distinctly personal style.
His 1974 self-titled album, recorded after his army service, includes 'Achrei Shenasat' with lyrics by Shlomo Gronich — a poetic, inward-looking song that became a cult favorite.
Caspi's songs are known for their sophisticated harmonies and emotional directness; he is often cited as a bridge between the classic 'Israeli song' and more modern, personal songwriting.
Caspi passed away in 2026. A moving tribute ceremony was held near the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, where leading Israeli artists gathered to sing his songs and celebrate his legacy.
Quick facts
- Born
- Kibbutz Hanita, 1949
- Passed away
- 2026
- Tribute
- Memorial concert by the Tel Aviv Museum of Art
- Album
- Matti Caspi (1974)
- This song
- Lyrics Shlomo Gronich, music Matti Caspi
- Style
- Singer-songwriter / rock / Mediterranean
- Legacy
- One of Israel's most original composers
Songs by Matti Caspi with Hebrew lyrics
Culture quiz: Matti Caspi & Israel
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