Rami Kleinstein, born on November 10, 1962, is an Israeli singer-songwriter, composer, pianist, and music producer. Born in New York City and raised in Israel, he became one of the country's most influential musicians through a career spanning more than four decades. He first gained national recognition with his 1986 debut album On the Day of the Bomb and went on to release a series of successful albums that established him as a leading figure in Israeli pop music. He is also known for his long creative partnership with singer Rita, composing and producing many of her most popular songs. In addition to his work as a performer, he has written music for films, television, theater productions, and musicals, while mentoring younger artists through television programs such as The Voice Israel. His notable albums include Apples and Dates (1995), Anything You Want (1997), Small Gifts (2014), and Good People (2015). In recognition of his lasting contribution to Israeli music, he received the ACUM Ehud Manor Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023.
