Rasputin
Disco Fever Lyrics
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Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
There lived a certain man in Russia long ago
He was big and strong, in his eyes a flaming glow
Most people looked at him with terror and with fear
But to Moscow chicks he was such a lovely dear
Full of ecstasy and fire
But he also was the kind of teacher
Women would desire
Ra ra Rasputin
Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that really was gone
Ra ra Rasputin
Russia's greatest love machine
It was a shame how he carried on
He ruled the Russian land and never mind the Czar
But the kazachok he danced really wunderbar
In all affairs of state he was the man to please
But he was real great when he had a girl to squeeze
For the queen he was no wheeler dealer
Though she'd heard the things he'd done
She believed he was a holy healer
Who would heal her son
Ra ra Rasputin
Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that really was gone
Ra ra Rasputin
Russia's greatest love machine
It was a shame how he carried on
But when his drinking and lusting
And his hunger for power
Became known to more and more people
The demands to do something
About this outrageous man
Became louder and louder
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
"This man's just got to go", declared his enemies
But the ladies begged, "don't you try to do it, please"
No doubt this Rasputin had lots of hidden charms
Though he was a brute, they just fell into his arms
Then one night some men of higher standing
Set a trap, they're not to blame
"Come to visit us", they kept demanding
And he really came
Ra ra Rasputin
Lover of the Russian queen
They put some poison into his wine
Ra ra Rasputin
Russia's greatest love machine
He drank it all and said, "I feel fine"
Ra ra Rasputin
Lover of the Russian queen
They didn't quit, they wanted his head
Ra ra Rasputin
Russia's greatest love machine
And so they shot him 'til he was dead
Oh, those Russians
The song "Rasputin" by disco group, Boney M., is a tribute to Grigori Rasputin, a controversial figure in Russian history who served as a close advisor to the Romanov family in the early 20th century. Rasputin was admired for his charisma and unconventional religious beliefs, but at the same time feared and reviled for his rumored sexual exploits and political influence. The song captures the enigmatic allure of Rasputin and tells his story, from his humble beginnings as a Siberian peasant to his rise to power in the royal court, as well as his eventual assassination.
The first verse of the song sets the scene, describing Rasputin as a formidable figure with a "flaming glow" in his eyes, who was admired by Moscow women despite being feared by most other people. The second verse goes on to highlight Rasputin's influence over the royal family, specifically the Tsarina Alexandra and her son, for whom Rasputin acted as healer and spiritual guide. The song suggests that the Tsarina saw Rasputin as a "holy healer," and was willing to overlook his less savory habits in order to keep his influence in the royal court.
The chorus of the song, with the line "Ra Ra Rasputin, lover of the Russian queen," is catchy and memorable, and serves to reinforce Rasputin's larger-than-life persona. The final verse describes Rasputin's downfall at the hands of his enemies, who first attempted to poison him but ultimately resorted to shooting him. The song ends with the iconic line, "Oh, those Russians," suggesting that even in death, Rasputin's legend lives on.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Attention! Something interesting is about to be told here.
There lived a certain man in Russia long ago
Once upon a time, in Russia, there was a peculiar man.
He was big and strong, in his eyes a flaming glow
He was a physically imposing figure who had a remarkable confidence.
Most people looked at him with terror and with fear
He intimidated most of the ordinary people he met.
But to Moscow chicks he was such a lovely dear
However, the women of Moscow found him charming and attractive.
He could preach the Bible like a preacher
He could inspire his listeners with his oratory skills.
Full of ecstasy and fire
His speeches were full of passion and enthusiasm.
But he also was the kind of teacher
He had another side to him that women found appealing.
Women would desire
He was extremely popular with women and they were drawn to him.
Ra ra Rasputin
Let's talk about the man himself: Rasputin!
Lover of the Russian queen
He was the Russian queen's lover.
There was a cat that really was gone
There was a man who was out of control.
Russia's greatest love machine
He was a world-class lover who was highly sought after.
It was a shame how he carried on
It was unfortunate the way he behaved.
He ruled the Russian land and never mind the Czar
He had significant power and authority over Russia, ignoring the rule of the Czar.
But the kazachok he danced really wunderbar
He was not just a ruthless ruler, he was also an excellent dancer of the traditional Russian dance known as kazachok.
In all affairs of state he was the man to please
He was very effective in political matters and could gain favor with influential people.
But he was real great when he had a girl to squeeze
He was at his best when he was with a woman he was attracted to.
For the queen he was no wheeler dealer
He was not corrupt when it came to his relationship with the queen.
Though she'd heard the things he'd done
Despite rumors circulating about him, the queen still trusted him.
She believed he was a holy healer
The queen believed he had divine abilities and could cure her son's illness.
Who would heal her son
In the queen's desperate situation, she was hoping that he would cure her son from his illness.
But when his drinking and lusting
However, when he drank excessively and engaged in promiscuous behavior,
And his hunger for power
And he displayed insatiable appetite for power,
Became known to more and more people
As the public found out about his flaws,
The demands to do something
There was increased pressure to take action
About this outrageous man
Against this man who behaved very irresponsibly
Became louder and louder
Public outcry grew increasingly until something had to be done.
This man's just got to go
People were calling for him to be removed from power.
But the ladies begged, "don't you try to do it, please"
The women who were attracted to him tried to protect him from being removed from power.
No doubt this Rasputin had lots of hidden charms
There was no question that Rasputin had many hidden talents that he was not sharing with the public.
Though he was a brute, they just fell into his arms
Despite his rough and abusive personality, women could not help but fall for him.
Then one night some men of higher standing
One night, a group of men who had more power than Rasputin planned to take action against him.
Set a trap, they're not to blame
They devised a clever plan to get rid of him, and they shouldn't be blamed for it.
"Come to visit us", they kept demanding
They kept insisting that he come visit them and offer his advice.
And he really came
Rasputin fell into their trap and came to see them as was requested of him.
They put some poison into his wine
The men put poison into his wine.
He drank it all and said, "I feel fine"
But despite the fact that he drank the poisoned wine, he did not seem to be particularly affected.
They didn't quit, they wanted his head
The men still didn't give up and decided to take more drastic action.
And so they shot him 'til he was dead
They shot him several times until he was dead.
Oh, those Russians
In conclusion, those Russians!
Writer(s): Fred Jay, Reyam, Frank Farian
Contributed by Cooper M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@humbertoqueiros9438
The group is fantastic and this female vocalist is beautiful! Congratulations to all of you!
@husseinsoobhany6375
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@husseinsoobhany6375
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@marcusviniof
Falling in love for this singer..😍
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@pingadol1555
She's built like russian truck.
@imafamouscricketer1116
@Pin Gadol how you know
@pingadol1555
@Kongu VinayagaVel Gounder It's a good thing. Beautiful!
@husseinsoobhany6375
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@pardjola
@Pin Gadol In fact, she's much more beautiful and much sexier than any American and any other cow you fuck!
@Mr19651996
Female vocalist is awesome...love this song always....