Inspired them to labour and valourous deed. To a righteous cause he raised up the peoples, Through tempests the sunrays of freedom have cheered us,Īlong the new path where great Lenin did lead. O Party of Lenin, the strength of the people,
Sing to the Motherland, home of the free,īulwark of peoples in brotherhood strong. Great Russia has welded forever to stand.Ĭreated in struggle by will of the people, Our glory will live in the memory of nationsĪnd all generations will honour her name.Įnglish translation (of the 1977 version) We fought for the future, destroyed the invaders,Īnd brought to our homeland the laurels of fame. Inspired us to build up the land that we love. Our eyes saw the bright sun of freedom aboveĪnd Stalin our leader with faith in the people, Through days dark and stormy where Great Lenin lead us The dream of a people their fortress secure. The Great Soviet Union will live through the ages. MIA: History: Soviet History: Sounds of the Soviet Union: LyricsĮnglish translation (of the 1944 version) I just want to start a flame in your heart“ You see, way down deep inside of me, darlingĪnd I know, baby, ain’t nobody else gonna do I just want to start a great big flame down in your heart
I don’t want to set the world on fire, honey I’ll have reached the goal I’m dreaming of, believe me I’ve lost all ambition for worldly acclaimĪnd with your admission that you’d feel the same
I just want to start a flame in your heart Welcome and thank you Ladies and gentlemen for tuning in to the Alastor hour! Here is a hit special “I don’t want to set the world on fire”