Marijonas Mikutaviдќius - Е I Vasara Page

: The chorus lyrics reportedly came to the artist while he was stuck in a sweltering Friday afternoon traffic jam leaving Vilnius.

Since its release, "Ši vasara" has become a staple of Lithuanian summer playlists and live performances.

: The opening lines— "Sveikas, mano brolau / Ar tu dar gyvas?" (Hello, my brother / Are you still alive?)—immediately establish a theme of friendship and checking in on loved ones. Marijonas MikutaviДЌius - Е i vasara

: References to kayaks, traffic jams, and neighbors listening to "Russian pop" until the morning ground the song in a relatable, local Lithuanian reality. Cultural Impact

Released in August 2020, (This Summer) is a quintessential anthem by Lithuanian singer-songwriter Marijonas Mikutavičius that captures the unique atmosphere of travel and companionship during a time of global restriction. Mikutavičius describes it as his first "transparently and clearly summer-themed song," intentionally avoiding clichés like "beer" or "chebureks" while embracing themes of sun, sea, and restless spirits. Origin and Inspiration : The chorus lyrics reportedly came to the

: While Mikutavičius is legendary for his 2000 sports anthem "Trys milijonai" (Three Million), "Ši vasara" has carved out its own space as a modern classic that captures a specific historical moment with warmth and optimism. Ši Vasara - Single by Marijonas Mikutavičius | Spotify

: The lyrics use metaphors of endless journeys and "bent wings" that still try to fly to symbolize the human pursuit of happiness and freedom. : References to kayaks, traffic jams, and neighbors

: The track is available as a single on Spotify and Apple Music . The official audio has garnered millions of views on YouTube , and it is frequently used in community dance performances and guitar tutorials.