Ada Yakusheva became known as a singer, first of all, thanks to her songs “Evening is wandering on wood paths” and “You are my breath”. She also worked at the radio as a hostess. The famous song You are my only one by Yuri Vizbor, who was her first husband, was dedicated to her.
Камчатка
Ада Якушева Lyrics
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За свистом ветров на безбрежном твоем берегу
За пением трав придорожных
За смутным дрожаньем палатки
Я открываю тебя
А открыть до конца не могу
Я открываю тебя у подножья вулканов
Будь то обновленье мое, мои самые дальние страны
Я открываю тебя
А ведь ты уж открыта давно
Я открываю тебя, как друзей открывают
Среди тех людей, с кем случайно дороги свели
Да, я открываю тебя! Понимаешь, так тоже бывает
Я открываю тебя я вблизи от тебя, и в дали
Ты говоришь о себе неохотно, нескоро
Словно человек, навсегда погруженный в свое
Как же так выходит, что давняя слава того командора
Мне два столетия с лишним спокойно дышать не дает
Здравствуй, Камчатка! Пусть твой океан будет кроток
Пусть длинные рыбы хвостами в сетях шевелят
А мне из далекого города, словно с того пакетбота
На удивленье прохожим кричать
"Эй, ребята, Земля!" Земля!" Земля!" Земля!"
The lyrics of Ада Якушева's song "Камчатка" depict the personal connection and appreciation the singer has for the Kamchatka Peninsula, a region in Russia known for its stunning natural landscapes and unique culture.
In the first paragraph, the singer describes their attempt to explore and understand the essence of Kamchatka. They mention the sound of the winds and the singing of the roadside grass, which symbolize the untamed and vast beauty of the peninsula. The reference to the trembling tent evokes a sense of mystery and uncertainty, suggesting that even though they are trying to fully uncover the essence of Kamchatka, they cannot quite reach its depths.
In the second paragraph, the singer emphasizes their determination to discover Kamchatka despite any obstacles. They mention the presence of volcanoes and how they can still reveal the peninsula's beauty even when hidden behind clouds. The idea of Kamchatka being the singer's "renewal" and "farthest lands" suggests that this place holds deep personal significance and serves as a source of inspiration and growth. The realization that Kamchatka has already been open and accessible for a long time implies that the singer is merely discovering what has always been there.
The third paragraph compares the act of opening Kamchatka to the process of forming friendships. The singer likens uncovering the peninsula to meeting people by chance and emphasizes their excitement in doing so. The line "I open you, I'm near you, and in the distance" suggests that this connection is not limited by physical proximity, indicating a strong emotional bond. It reflects the idea that connections can be made regardless of distance or circumstances.
The final paragraph speaks directly to Kamchatka itself, expressing a greeting from the singer. They wish for the ocean to be calm and for the sight of long fish tails caught in nets, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. The mention of the "distant city" and the surprise of passersby reflects the singer's longing to share their love for Kamchatka with others and acknowledge its existence as a part of the greater Earth. The repetition of "Earth" four times underscores the significance and connectedness of this place to the wider world.
Line by Line Meaning
Я открываю тебя, побережье Камчатки
I explore you, the coastline of Kamchatka
За свистом ветров на безбрежном твоем берегу
Amidst the whistling winds on your boundless shore
За пением трав придорожных
For the singing of roadside grass
За смутным дрожаньем палатки
For the vague trembling of the tent
Я открываю тебя
I explore you
А открыть до конца не могу
Yet, I cannot fully uncover you
Я открываю тебя у подножья вулканов
I explore you at the foot of the volcanoes
Из-за облаков - открываю тебя все равно
Even through the clouds - I still uncover you
Будь то обновленье мое, мои самые дальние страны
Whether it's my renewal, my farthest lands
Я открываю тебя
I explore you
А ведь ты уж открыта давно
Though you have long been open
Я открываю тебя, как друзей открывают
I explore you, like one unveils friends
Среди тех людей, с кем случайно дороги свели
Among those people, whose paths crossed by chance
Да, я открываю тебя! Понимаешь, так тоже бывает
Yes, I explore you! You know, it happens like that too
Я открываю тебя я вблизи от тебя, и в дали
I explore you, both near and far
Ты говоришь о себе неохотно, нескоро
You speak reluctantly and slowly about yourself
Словно человек, навсегда погруженный в свое
As if a person forever immersed in their own self
Как же так выходит, что давняя слава того командора
How is it possible that the ancient glory of that commander
Мне два столетия с лишним спокойно дышать не дает
Does not allow me to peacefully breathe for over two centuries
Здравствуй, Камчатка! Пусть твой океан будет кроток
Hello, Kamchatka! May your ocean be gentle
Пусть длинные рыбы хвостами в сетях шевелят
May the long fish move their tails in nets
А мне из далекого города, словно с того пакетбота
And from a distant city, it seems as if from that packet boat
На удивленье прохожим кричать
To the surprise of passers-by, I shout
"Эй, ребята, Земля!" Земля!" Земля!" Земля!"
"Hey, guys, Earth!" Earth!" Earth!" Earth!"
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