Мелочи (Melochi) Lyrics in English by Ленинград (Leningrad)

Корешок is a colloquial and somewhat old-fashioned term for a close friend or buddy. It literally means "rootlet" or "small root," which gives it a charmingly informal and endearing feel, suggesting deep, intertwined connections.

In the song, the line "Кончилась эпоха сказал мой корешок" (My buddy said, "The era has ended") uses this word to convey a sense of shared experience and intimate reflection on changing times, making it a warm and relatable choice.

This song, "Мелочи" (Melochi) [Trifles] by Leningrad, is a really interesting look back at the past, especially how we remember things. The lyrics talk about how what we once thought was a huge deal, "То, что раньше мы считали ужас / Был не ужас, а вообще хуйня" [What we used to consider horror / Was not horror, but complete bullshit], now seems like nothing in comparison to current events. It's all about perspective, right?

The song also touches on how things that used to annoy us, like the same old New Year's TV shows, now seem almost peaceful compared to today's constant barrage of propaganda and disturbing images online. But it's not all doom and gloom; there's a real warmth in remembering the "Дорогие сердцу мелочи" [Trifles dear to the heart], like keys under the doormat or ribbons for a doll. It's a bittersweet reflection on how we often only appreciate the good old days when they're gone, even if they weren't perfect: "Так-то жили плохо, но как-то хорошо" [We lived badly, but somehow well].