Toccata
Albert Kuvezin and Yat-Kha Lyrics


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Oh, the summer time is coming,
And the trees are sweetly blooming,
And the wild mountain thyme
Grows around the purple heather.
Will you go, lassie, will you go?

And we'll all go together
To pull wild mountain thyme
All around the purple heather,
Will you go, lassie, go?

I will build my love a bower
By yon clear and crystal fountain,
And all around the bower,
I'll pile flowers from the mountain.

If my true love, she won't have me,

I will surely find another
To pull wild mountain thyme
All around the blooming heather.

And we'll all go together
To pull wild mountain thyme
All around the purple heather,
Will you go, lassie, go?

And we'll all go together
To pull wild mountain thyme
All around the purple heather,
Will you go, lassie, go?




Will you go, lassie, go?
Will you go, lassie, go?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Albert Kuvezin and Yat-Kha's "Toccata" are actually a Scottish traditional folk song called "Wild Mountain Thyme". The song is about the arrival of summer time and the beauty of nature that comes with it. The singer invites a lassie (young girl) to go with him to pull wild mountain thyme around the purple heather. He promises to build her a bower by a clear and crystal fountain and decorate it with flowers from the mountain. However, if his true love doesn't want him, he will find another to enjoy the beauty of nature with.


The song portrays the beauty of Scotland's countryside and the simplicity of life during the summer. The imagery of the wild mountain thyme growing around the purple heather creates a vivid picture of Scottish hillsides in bloom. The singer's desire to build a bower for his love further emphasizes the natural beauty of Scotland while also highlighting how love and nature are intertwined. The song's last verse fittingly repeats the invitation to go together to pull wild mountain thyme, reaffirming the importance of sharing this natural beauty with others.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, the summer time is coming,
The arrival of summer is imminent and with it comes a promise of something new and exciting.


And the trees are sweetly blooming,
The trees are adorned with beautiful flowers that emit an intoxicating fragrance.


And the wild mountain thyme
A reference to an herbaceous perennial plant that typically grows on mountain slopes, with leaves that have a sweet, earthy aroma.


Grows around the purple heather.
The thyme has found its home amongst the purple heather that grows on the mountainside.


Will you go, lassie, will you go?
A question asked of a female companion to join on a journey to explore the beauty of nature.


And we'll all go together
The desire to embark on this adventure with like-minded individuals who share a love for nature's beauty.


To pull wild mountain thyme
The act of collecting the thyme that grows on the mountain slopes, pulling them out by the roots to preserve their essence.


All around the purple heather,
To journey through the mountain ranges, mesmerized by the beauty of nature that is all around us.


I will build my love a bower
The deep affection towards a special someone and the commitment to build a special place to share with them.


By yon clear and crystal fountain,
A reference to a nearby spring that is crystalline and pure, suitable for setting up a peaceful and romantic environment.


And all around the bower,
Everything surrounding the bower will be carefully arranged to create a peaceful and harmonic setting.


I'll pile flowers from the mountain.
The intention to accumulate an abundance of wild flowers from the mountains to adorn the bower's surroundings.


If my true love, she won't have me,
The fear of rejection from the one you love and the uncertainty of their feelings toward you.


I will surely find another
The will to move on and find new love if the first one doesn't reciprocate your affection.


To pull wild mountain thyme
To remain steadfast in the appreciation of nature and its beauty despite the ups and downs of love.


All around the blooming heather.
To continue on the journey of exploration and admiration of all that is around us, even if the path becomes challenging.


Will you go, lassie, go?
A question asked again, reiterating the desire to share this beautiful journey with a female companion.


And we'll all go together
The affirmation of the bond between individuals who share a common love for nature and its offerings.


To pull wild mountain thyme
The drive to explore and gather new experiences, memories, and interactions with nature that can be cherished for a lifetime.


All around the purple heather,
A reminder of the vast beauty that surrounds us, a tribute to the amazing display of colors, scents, and life that fills our mountains.


Will you go, lassie, go?
A final call to action to make the most of the present moment and create lasting memories exploring nature's landscapes with someone special.


Will you go, lassie, go?
An echo of the initial question, emphasizing the importance of human connection and shared experiences on this journey of discovery.


Will you go, lassie, go?
A final invitation to join the adventure, embarking on a journey that will create unforgettable moments and memories.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN BALDRY, DAVID JOHNSTONE

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All comments from YouTube:

aydın yankaş

Muhteşem ses, muhteşem nefes.. Çok teşekkürler Yat-Kha. Çok teşekkürler. Albert Kuvezin

deepV01D

I am the one, Orgasmatron, the outstretched grasping hand
My image is of agony, my servants rape the land
Obsequious and arrogant, clandestine and vain
Two thousand years of misery, of torture in my name
Hypocrisy made paramount, paranoia the law
My name is called religion, sadistic, sacred whore.

I twist the truth, I rule the world, my crown is called deceit
I am the emperor of lies, you grovel at my feet
I rob you and I slaughter you, your downfall is my gain
And still you play the sycophant and revel in you pain
And all my promises are lies, all my love is hate
I am the politician, and I decide your fate

I march before a martyred world, an army for the fight
I speak of great heroic days, of victory and might
I hold a banner drenched in blood, I urge you to be brave
I lead you to your destiny, I lead you to your grave
Your bones will build my palaces, your eyes will stud my crown
For I am Mars, the god of war, and I will cut you down.

Pema Detsu

Don't blame me if somewhere on this planet a mountain lifts into the air in the next few minutes. 

John Doe

21. century on planet Earth, people listen to Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj etc. I listen to a guy from Tuva singing an obscure song on an obscure way! And im goddamn proud!

General Ackbar

YOU. ARE. NOT. ALONE. !!!!!!!!

yardyNation

Me, too! But ain't nuthin' wrong with gaga =p

Markus Reisner

very interesting!!! i really like it

peramali1

volim vas, volim, volim... :)

Nico Navarro

genial!!!!!11

nordicpower88

Hahaha, this is a riot. Cool remake.

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