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MIETEK FOLK Lyrics

The lyrics to Mietek Folk's song "Toast" are about a group of sailors on an old ship who are working hard and enduring difficult conditions. The chorus, "Wypij ty wypiję ja, Nalej mi i w górę szkła, Za zwycięstwo w bitwach stu, Pijmy bracia dzisiaj tu," translates to "You drink, I will drink, Pour me and raise your glass, For victory in a hundred battles, Let's drink, brothers, here today." The song emphasizes the idea of brotherhood and celebration in the face of adversity.

The first verse describes how the sailors ended up on the ship due to their unfortunate fate, and how they work tirelessly throughout the day with just a stick as reward. Despite this, the singer suggests that they should forget their worries and drink together. The second verse describes how the crew is exhausted and there is tension amongst them as their food and water supplies dwindle. However, the message remains the same: the sailor should focus on the present and join in with the others in drinking to celebrate their victories.

The final verse acknowledges the possibility of death for the sailors, but the sentiment remains that they should not dwell on their worries, instead they should continue to drink together. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the message of unity and brotherhood among the sailors.