Title: Все Псы Попадают В Рай (All Dogs Go to Heaven) Artist: Husky (Хаски) The song "Все Псы Попадают В Рай" by Husky tells the story of a young person reflecting on their life in a bleak cityscape. The lyrics describe a cold and slippery autumn, with empty bus stops and a sense of loneliness. The protagonist stands alone, wearing worn-out headphones held together with tape, listening to music that has accompanied them through the years and miles. The chaotic apartment buildings in the background are contrasted with the image of grandmothers rocking crazy puppies in their windows. The city is described as a place of quiet drunkenness and fatherlessness, where everyone shares happiness and common miseries. It portrays a dark and hateful atmosphere, with the presence of barefoot darkness and hostility penetrating deep into their bones. The bronze factory whistle and the cold steppe are mentioned, representing the harshness of life. The protagonist, at fifteen years old, stands contemplating their small existence, going through trivial matters. They see a rushing minibus stumbling over potholes, passing by, leaving them waiting for it for so long that they feel enchanted. They take out a cigarette and glance at the charger on their music player. The "fifteenth autumn" symbolizes a sense of vulnerability and uncertainty. The chorus of the song speaks about feeling trapped, with no way out and the only option being to howl. The protagonist feels like the whole world is against them, and each day is like torture. They mention enduring it so that one day they can make their detractors eat dust. Despite feeling alone and incapable, they express determination to fight, bite, and bark like a dog, as all dogs eventually find their paradise. As the song progresses, the artist reflects on their own life and circumstances. They describe their existence as a dog's life, comparing themselves to a person who sees opponents only on the calendar. They hide a Pandora's box under their confident facade and express disregard for life, as it only has value in funeral homes. The artist reminisces about their childhood, where their mother, a candidate for a Ph.D., cleaned toilet paper while they played around. They learn a crucial lesson – the only reality is the unreal, which they adopt to avoid going insane. The artist regrets that they learned this from their stepfather, who chose a drinking binge as the leading theme of his life. The song ends with the artist as a little boy, writing to prevent himself from losing his mind. As they stand at a rainy bus stop, the autumn rain paints future prospects for them. The minibus will inevitably pick them up, and they will conquer fortune once again, gently. Overall, "Все Псы Попадают В Рай" is a reflective and somewhat melancholic song, portraying the struggles and determination of a young person in a challenging and harsh environment. It also carries a message of hope and resilience, emphasizing that even in difficult circumstances, one can find their own version of paradise.
