молодость (Molodost)

Ploho's song 'молодость (Molodost)' delves into the ephemeral nature of youth and the inevitable passage of time. The lyrics paint a poignant picture of memories and faces that fade away, likened to a flock of singing birds that will never return. This imagery evokes a sense of nostalgia and loss, emphasizing how moments and people from our past become mere recollections as we move forward in life.

The song's chorus underscores the inevitability of aging, with the repeated lines 'Мы не станем никогда моложе, чем сегодня' ('We will never be younger than today') and 'Мы не станем никогда моложе, чем сейчас' ('We will never be younger than now'). These lines serve as a stark reminder to cherish the present moment, as it is the youngest we will ever be. The hope that someone will remember us in the future adds a layer of existential reflection, highlighting the human desire for legacy and remembrance.

In the second verse, the metaphor of an old dog losing its teeth in spring, along with the falling leaves, symbolizes the natural cycle of life and decay. The dog running, despite its age, mirrors the human experience of continuing to move forward despite the passage of time and the changes it brings. The absence of 'никакого больше рядом' ('no one else around') and 'никакого больше фас' ('no more facade') suggests a stripping away of pretenses and the solitude that can accompany aging. Ploho's melancholic yet reflective tone invites listeners to contemplate their own experiences with time, memory, and the fleeting nature of youth.