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.
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet
Menuets Lyrics
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Ļauj savai meitai peldēties iet1
Ūdens vakarā sārta sudraba caurausts šķiet ...
Ļauj savai meitai peldēties iet.
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet, kamēr saule vēl nenoriet,
Ļauj savam dēlam kumeļu tālumā triekt,
Tieši saulē, kas degdami, degdami zied.
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet, kamēr saule vēl nenoriet,
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet, vēl tālu, tālu var iet
The song "Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet" by Menuets is a poetic reflection on the fleeting nature of time and the importance of seizing the moment. The title translates to "Until the sun sets" and sets the tone for the message of the song. The first verse encourages the listener to allow their daughter to swim while the water still has a red, silver tint at sunset. This metaphorically represents the fleeting nature of youth and the need to seize opportunities before they are gone.
The second verse similarly encourages the listener to allow their son to ride his horse into the distance while the sun still burns bright in the sky. The burning sun represents both vitality and the fleeting nature of life. The repetition of the phrase "Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet" emphasizes the urgency to act before the opportunity is lost.
The final verse brings the message home, as it encourages the listener to take advantage of life's opportunities while they still have them. The repeated phrase "vēl tālu, tālu var iet" implies that if we act now, life's possibilities are endless.
Overall "Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet" is a powerful reminder to the listener to take action and seize life's opportunities before it's too late. It is a call to live in the moment and enjoy life while it lasts.
Line by Line Meaning
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet,
As long as the sun has not set yet,
Ļauj savai meitai peldēties iet
Let your daughter go swimming,
Ūdens vakarā sārta sudraba caurausts šķiet ...
In the evening, the water appears reddish silver through the gaps,
Ļauj savai meitai peldēties iet.
Let your daughter go swimming,
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet, kamēr saule vēl nenoriet,
As long as the sun has not set yet,
Ļauj savam dēlam kumeļu tālumā triekt,
Let your son gallop into the distance with his horse,
Tieši saulē, kas degdami, degdami zied.
Directly in the sun, which is burning and blooming.
Ļauj savam dēlam kumeļu tālumā triekt
Let your son gallop into the distance with his horse.
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet, kamēr saule vēl nenoriet,
As long as the sun has not set yet,
Kamēr saule vēl nenoriet, vēl tālu, tālu var iet
As long as the sun has not set yet, there is still a long way to go.
Contributed by Daniel S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.