Doschitay Do Sta

t.A.T.u's song 'Doschitay Do Sta' (Count to 100) delves into the emotional turmoil of trying to move on from a past relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is struggling to forget a significant other who has left them. The act of counting to 100 serves as a metaphor for the process of healing and letting go. The repetition of counting is symbolic of the effort and time it takes to overcome emotional pain and find peace.

The song begins with the lines 'On skazal: 'Ya ustal'. I ego ne vernut'. Ty schitaesh' do 100, Ty mechtaeash' usnut',' which translates to 'He said: 'I'm tired'. And he won't come back. You count to 100, You dream of falling asleep.' This sets the tone for the song, highlighting the exhaustion and longing for escape from the heartache. The protagonist is advised to count to 100 as a way to distract themselves from their thoughts and eventually fall asleep, symbolizing a temporary respite from their emotional distress.

Throughout the song, the lyrics emphasize the simplicity and necessity of this coping mechanism. Phrases like 'Nado prosto do 100 doschitat' i zabyt'' (You just need to count to 100 and forget) reinforce the idea that moving on is a process that requires patience and persistence. The imagery of '100 bessonnyh nochey V labirintah lyubvi' (100 sleepless nights In the labyrinths of love) and '100 druzey, 100 vragov. Sto rastayavshih l'din' (100 friends, 100 enemies. 100 melted ice) further illustrate the complexity and emotional weight of the journey to forget.

The song's repetitive structure and rhythmic counting create a hypnotic effect, mirroring the protagonist's attempt to lull themselves into a state of forgetfulness. The finality of the word 'NA-VSE-GDA' (FOREVER) underscores the desire for a permanent release from the pain of the past. 'Doschitay Do Sta' is a poignant exploration of the struggle to let go and the resilience required to heal from emotional wounds.