Her name Shiri on Hebrew means 'the song of my soul'.
In 2003 auditioned for 'A Star Is Born', Israel's version of 'Pop
Idol'. She was voted into 2nd place, gained tremendous popularity with
the public, and was one of the few artists to be signed to a recording
contract by Helicon Records.
After the Army, she decided to move to Eilat, which is Israel's major
tourist town and, as a result, a source of employment for many singers
and dancers in the hotels and clubs. She worked there for a year as a
singer and dancer.
She was born in Haifa, and grew up in the neighbouring town of Kiriyat
Haim.
In 2000 she was called up for her National Service, and was invited to
join the Air Force Entertainment Group traveling the length and breadth
of the country to entertain the troops.
Placed fourth in the 2005 Eurovision contest with 154 points (of which
a maximum of 12 points was awarded by Monaco).
Currently working on her first album which is scheduled for
release in the summer of 2005. (2005)