Этот поцелуй

Erika Lundmoen's song 'Этот поцелуй' (translated as 'This Kiss') delves into the complex emotions surrounding love, separation, and the fear of loneliness. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship at a crossroads, where the protagonist grapples with the decision to part ways with a loved one. The opening lines, 'vykinu iz zhizni, chtoby ne boyat'sya / milyy drug, nam pora rasstat'sya' (I'll throw it out of my life so I won't be afraid / dear friend, it's time for us to part), set the tone for a narrative of emotional struggle and the necessity of change.

The recurring theme of doubt and fear is evident in the lines 'zhostko platyat te, kto poboyalsya / v svoyey pravde somnevalsya' (those who were afraid pay dearly / doubted their own truth). This suggests that the fear of facing the truth and making difficult decisions can lead to greater suffering. The chorus, 'etot potseluy, on rasschitan na dvoikh / dolzhny tvoi guby kosnut'sya moikh' (this kiss is meant for two / your lips must touch mine), emphasizes the intimacy and connection that the protagonist yearns for, highlighting the duality of love as both a source of joy and pain.

The song also explores the idea of love as a nourishing yet tormenting force. The lines 'dushi nashi lyubov' pitayet / kak u nas, u kogo redko byvayet' (our souls are nourished by love / like ours, which is rare) reflect a deep, almost spiritual connection that is rare and precious. However, this love also brings suffering, as seen in 'kak ya lyublyu, i s nami stradayet' (how I love, and with us suffers). The protagonist's fear of being alone, 'ya boyus' ostat'sya odna' (I am afraid to be alone), underscores the vulnerability and dependency that often accompany deep emotional bonds.

Overall, 'Этот поцелуй' is a poignant exploration of the intricate dance between love and pain, capturing the essence of human relationships and the emotional turmoil that comes with them.