Водочка [Vodotshka] [English translation]

Yeah, everybody knows that cognac smells like bedbugs,

And whiskey smells as mere moonshine from red beets.

I don't drink wine, it doesn't interest me either,

And beer: it is made from coal and tar from streets.

Wine glasses are so clean, they shine with crystal facets,

They're filled with vodka to the very brim tonight.

The appetizer's fresh, colossal portions hail us.

Today I drink, today it’s my turn to delight.

[Chorus:]

Vodka, my vodka treat, you alter how I walk the street.

Vodka, my vodka treat, you muddle up my words.

Vodka, my vodka treat, you rock me like a boat indeed.

Vodka, my vodka treat, my head swirls like a bird.

Who doesn't drink - he finds no interest in life pleasures.

Who doesn't drink - he's walking weak and sick and spent.

I'll drink until I burst from drinking without measure,

For I trust only vodka, it's my only friend.

Wine glasses are so clean, they shine with crystal facets,

They're filled with vodka to the very brim tonight.

The appetizer's fresh, colossal portions hail us.

Today I drink, today it’s my turn to delight.

[Chorus]

Wine glasses are so clean, they shine with crystal facets,

They're filled with vodka to the very brim tonight.

The appetizer's fresh, colossal portions hail us.

Today I drink, today it’s my turn to delight.

Oy, vey!

[Chorus]

• Artist:Willi Tokarev