Menuets is often regarded as one of the most influential rock bands in Latv… Read Full Bio ↴Menuets is often regarded as one of the most influential rock bands in Latvia. They gained popularity by performing songs provided by legendary Latvian composer Imants Kalniņš. The band was formed in 1968 when six students from Jūrmala, Latvia started performing together, being largely inspired by The Beatles. Often playing with home-made instruments and using elaborate rock music compositions, the band has generally been dubbed the first Latvian art rock and progressive rock ensemble.

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.

Sapņu grāmata
Menuets Lyrics

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Jums nav vajadzīgas dižas domas,
Jums nav vajadzīgi diži vārdi,
Jums ir vajadzīga jauna sapņu grāmata.

Dižas domas var būt pārāk gaišas,
Diži vārdi var būt pārāk stipri,
Jums ir vajadzīga jauna sapņu grāmata.

Gaišu domu saredzēt var aklie,
Stipru vārdu sadzirdēt var kurlie,
Sametiet pa grasim jaunai sapņu grāmatai!

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Savu papēdi iekš rozā,
Ticiet savam pūpēdim starp ausīm,
Dziediet aleluja jaunai sapņu grāmatai.

Bet, kad aklie redzēs gaišo domu

Un kad kurlie dzirdēs stipro vārdu,
Ko jūs iesāksiet ar jauno sapņu grāmatu?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Sapņu grāmata" by Menuets convey a message of simplicity and positivity. The opening lines suggest that one does not need grand ideas or fancy language but a new dream book or a fresh perspective. The next few lines elaborate on this idea and explain how grand ideas can be overwhelming, and strong words can be too powerful. Therefore, a new dream book or a fresh outlook is required to move forward.

The chorus urges the listeners to embrace simplicity and have faith in themselves. They should trust their instincts and believe in their abilities. The last few lines ask a rhetorical question – what will they do with the new dream book when they see the light of knowledge and hear the power in their voice? This can be interpreted as a call to action to use the new knowledge to make a positive change in the world.

Overall, the song encourages the listeners to embrace positivity, simplicity, and self-belief. It suggests that a fresh perspective can help overcome challenges and lead to personal growth.

Line by Line Meaning

Jums nav vajadzīgas dižas domas,
Grandiose thoughts may be too bright for you,

Jums nav vajadzīgi diži vārdi,
Majestic words may be too strong for you,

Jums ir vajadzīga jauna sapņu grāmata.
You need a new dream book.

Dižas domas var būt pārāk gaišas,
Elaborate thoughts can be too bright,

Diži vārdi var būt pārāk stipri,
Majestic words can be too strong,

Jums ir vajadzīga jauna sapņu grāmata.
You need a new dream book.

Gaišu domu saredzēt var aklie,
The blind can see bright thoughts,

Stipru vārdu sadzirdēt var kurlie,
The deaf can hear strong words,

Sametiet pa grasim jaunai sapņu grāmatai!
Embrace the new dream book!

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Love

Savu papēdi iekš rozā,
Your petals in pink,