An 8-piece Czech band from Úvaly near Prague, for… Read Full Bio ↴Divokej Bill=Wild Bill
An 8-piece Czech band from Úvaly near Prague, formed in 1996. DB is both hated and loved by many because of its simple but sometimes quite catchy lyrics and music where we can hear many instruments, but is not too complex in the first place.
It is hard to define what genre Divokej Bill is. Sometimes its music is defined as folk rock, celtic rock, country and so on; members think it might be "redneck rock" as they are from a small town and are influenced by it.
DB has attended a lot of festivals in last few years like its home Ouvalskej bigbít, Rock for People or Masters of Rock. DB also does a lot of its own gigs nationwide.
Divokej Bill is closely related to Medvěd 009 because they are both from Úvaly, and Vašek Bláha is a singer and guitarist in both bands.
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Obejmi stromy
Divokej Bill Lyrics
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The lyrics to Divokej Bill's "Obejmi stromy" convey a message of perseverance and endurance in the face of adversity. The song encourages the listener to keep singing and holding onto their beliefs, even when things are tough. The first line, "No tak si zpívej, dokud jsi živej," translates to "So keep singing while you're alive," emphasizing the importance of perseverance in hard times.
The second line, "polykáš vzduch, nejsi ohroženej druh," means "you're breathing, you're not an endangered species." This line highlights the fact that, although life may be difficult, the listener is lucky to have the opportunity to keep going. The repetition of "dokud jsi živej" throughout the song reinforces this idea, reminding the listener that, as long as they're still alive, there's hope.
The concept of "obejmi stromy" or "hug a tree" is used as a metaphor for finding solace in nature. The next line, "zbyly jen díry" or "there are only holes left," speaks to the destruction of nature and the environment, and emphasizes the importance of protecting and preserving it. The song urges the listener to find comfort in nature and to let their faith and beliefs guide them, even when they may feel lost or alone.
Overall, "Obejmi stromy" is a powerful song about resilience and the importance of holding onto hope and beliefs, even when faced with difficult times. It's a reminder to find comfort in nature and to appreciate the beauty and importance of the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
No tak si zpívej, dokud jsi živej, polykáš vzduch, nejsi ohroženej druh
Sing while you're alive, breathe in the air, you're not an endangered species.
obejmi stromy, zbyly jen díry, poslední zbytky víry uzavíraj kruh
Hug the trees, only holes are left. The last remnants of faith are closing the circle.
Kolem se dívej už o nás vědí na tvoje otázky odpovědi kůry šedý pěkně ticho
Look around, they already know about us. The answers to your questions are in the silent gray bark.
dokud jsi živej, máš plný břicho jak v revíru škodná liška všema mastma mazaná
While you're alive, you have a full belly like a cunning fox in its territory.
musíš to vydržet bejt trpělivej malá hladová víla stokrát zklamaná
You must endure, be patient like a little hungry fairy disappointed a hundred times.
je bílá bezbranná abysme jí poranili to nemůžu dovolit dokud jsem živej
She's white and defenseless, I can't allow us to hurt her while I'm alive.
a poslední zbytky víry uzavíraj kruh
And the last remnants of faith are closing the circle.
Contributed by Aaron O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.