Pripevochka

Zemfira's song 'Pripevochka' delves into the complexities of a tumultuous relationship marked by deception, misunderstandings, and emotional turmoil. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two individuals, referred to as 'mal'chik' (boy) and 'devochka' (girl), who are entangled in a web of lies and accusations. The repeated lines 'On - tvoj mal'chik, Ty - ego devochka' emphasize their connection, yet the subsequent revelations of deceit ('On - obmanschik') and mutual flaws ('Da i ty - ne pripevochka') highlight the imperfections and challenges they face together.

The imagery of knives flying ('I poleteli nozhi') and the confusion in their feelings ('zabludilis' vo lzhi v sobstvennyh chuvstvah') suggests a relationship fraught with conflict and emotional wounds. These metaphors convey the intensity of their interactions, where accusations and misunderstandings cut deep, leaving both parties lost in their own emotions. The notion that one might ultimately 'kill' the other, metaphorically speaking, in the final act ('v samom finale') underscores the destructive potential of their bond.

Despite the chaos, there is a sense of temporary reprieve as the lyrics advise to 'dyshi vesnoj, zloj, s kem zahochesh'' (breathe in spring, angry, with whomever you want). This line suggests a fleeting moment of freedom and self-expression amidst the turmoil, allowing each individual to find solace in their own way. Zemfira's poignant portrayal of this relationship captures the raw and often painful reality of love, where beauty and brutality coexist, and where the ultimate resolution remains uncertain.