The original lineup consisted of Andris Kronbergs, Adrians Kukuvass, Juris Sējāns, Leons Sējāns, Raimonds Bartašēvics and Alberts Bartašēvics. In the early 70's the band was joined by flautist Baiba Jēgere and vocalist Inese Pabērza. This classic lineup in the coming years was augmented by various other musicians.
Menuets ended active recording and touring in 1987. They have played some shows between 1992 and 2008.
In 2014, the band announced Menuets 45th anniversary tour.
Floridas smiltis
Menuets Lyrics
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Agāves, agāves zied.
Floridas smiltīs
Vaļi, vaļi metušies.
Kas to lai zina,
Kāpēc?
Jel pagaidām
Pagaidām
Pagaidām, pagaidām
Mēs jau arī pagaidām
Vaļi, ai, vaļi,
Jūras un okeāns
Ir jūsu dzimtās mājas.
Kādēl tāds pašapmāns?
Lielām ir jābūt
Skumjām, kas krastā sviež...
Floridas smiltīs
Vaļi, vaļi metušies.
Kas to lai zina,
Kāpēc?
Jel pagaidām
Nav vēl noskaidrots...
Pagaidām
Pagaidām, pagaidām
Mēs jau arī pagaidām
The lyrics of Menuets's "Floridas smiltīs" suggest a scene of tranquility and beauty, with agave flowers blooming in the sandy beaches of Florida, and waves softly crashing in the background. However, there is an underlying feeling of uncertainty and confusion, as the song repeatedly asks "Kas to lai zina, kāpēc?" (Who knows why?) and acknowledges that things are not yet clear or resolved ("Jel pagaidām nav vēl noskaidrots").
The second half of the song introduces a shift in tone, as the lyrics address the listeners directly and urge them to let go of their self-doubt and embrace the vastness of the sea as their true home ("Jūras un okeāns ir jūsu dzimtās mājas"). The final repetition of "Pagaidām" may indicate acceptance of the uncertainty and a willingness to wait for clarity.
One possible interpretation of the song is that it speaks to the human experience of seeking meaning and purpose in life, grappling with the unknown, and finding solace in nature. The juxtaposition of the agave flowers (which are often associated with desert landscapes and resilience) and the ocean (which represents vastness and fluidity) could be seen as a metaphor for the balance between stability and change.
Line by Line Meaning
Floridas smiltīs
In the sands of Florida
Agāves, agāves zied.
Agave flowers bloom.
Floridas smiltīs
In the sands of Florida
Vaļi, vaļi metušies.
Valleys have opened up.
Kas to lai zina,
Who knows,
Kāpēc?
Why?
Jel pagaidām
So far
Nav vēl noskaidrots...
It has not been clarified yet...
Pagaidām
For now
Pagaidām, pagaidām
Just for now
Mēs jau arī pagaidām
We are also waiting
Vaļi, ai, vaļi,
Valleys, oh valleys,
Jūras un okeāns
The seas and oceans
Ir jūsu dzimtās mājas.
Are your native homes.
Kādēl tāds pašapmāns?
Why such self-deprecation?
Lielām ir jābūt
There must be great
Skumjām, kas krastā sviež...
Sadness that washes the shore...
Floridas smiltīs
In the sands of Florida
Vaļi, vaļi metušies.
Valleys have opened up.
Kas to lai zina,
Who knows,
Kāpēc?
Why?
Jel pagaidām
So far
Nav vēl noskaidrots...
It has not been clarified yet...
Pagaidām
For now
Pagaidām, pagaidām
Just for now
Mēs jau arī pagaidām
We are also waiting
Writer(s): Imants Kalniņš, Māris čaklais
Contributed by Elizabeth H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.