Jastar amenge dur | "Let's run far away"
by Notis Sfakianakis
This song is one of the best examples of the essence of Romani music. The lyrics are short and simple but intense. The melody is unique and full of fire - longing, love, melancholy, and hope. And it is not clear who is the author of the song, nor which country he is from. But this is kind of the point. It’s a universal Romani song performed by countless singers here in the Balkans, and beyond. If you type in Jastar amenge dur in YouTube, you can spend hours listening to various renditions from Romani singers.
The lyrics are the same in all versions, but we chose to include a recording of a performance by Notis Sfakianakis because, out of all renditions, it captivated us the most. Enjoy this timeless Romani classic!
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