My Unlikely Connection to t.A.T.u.'s Music

I have to admit, I used to be a huge fan of t.A.T.u.'s music back in the day. Who wouldn't be drawn in by those catchy songs and provocative lyrics? I remember singing along to 'I've Gone Crazy. I Need Her' in first grade, not really understanding what it meant, but loving the catchy tune. My brother heard the song and it just stuck in his head - I hadn't seen any of their music videos at the time, so the song just seemed harmless to me.

I kept singing it for a while until my grandfather, who had stumbled upon me singing this nonsense, gave me a hard time and told me that nice girls don't sing like that. But I revisited the music of 'unladylike' girls in my preteen years when I stumbled upon 'Not Gonna Get Us' and 'Don't Regret, Don't Worry, Don't Beg.' I saw some weird concert videos with them - ultra-short skirts, white blouses, and of course, forbidden love.

I wasn't really interested in the girls' antics, Lena Katina and Julia Volkova, but their music was different. It was all about being nervous, energetic, and mostly depressive - that's when I really connected with their music.

Group Bio:

Group Members: Katina Elena Sergeevna, Volkova Yulia Olegovna.Citizenship: RussiaGenres: pop, teen-pop, dance-pop, euro-pop.Years Active: 1999 - 2011Awards and Nominations: 'MTV Russia Viewer's Choice Award', 'Golden Gramophone Award', 'Best International New Artist', 'Eurovision' - 3rd place, 'Rock Album of the Year', 'Best Pop Group.'My Impressions:

I'm not gonna lie, this group isn't my favorite, but they've got a certain charm to them. They're all about being provocative and pushing boundaries, and that's definitely got its appeal. I mean, who doesn't love a good scandal? But let's be real, not all of their songs are winners. Take their album 'Люди-инвалиды' for example. Some of the lyrics are just plain weird, and the whole thing feels like a mess. I mean, I was thoroughly unimpressed.

What's interesting is that they've got a bunch of songs that have been translated into English, and they're just as popular abroad as they are at home. I mean, who wouldn't want to be a Eurovision winner, right? So, what's my verdict on this group? Honestly, I'm still on the fence. Part of me loves their edgy vibe, but another part of me just can't get on board with some of their more questionable content.

But here's the thing - they're not all about being provocative and outrageous. They've also got some really sweet and heartfelt moments, like their anti-war song 'Югославия'. It's a real departure from their usual style, and it's actually really beautiful. The way the girls sing it is just heartbreaking, and the lyrics are so poignant. It's a real standout track in their discography.

Videos:

I've got to give a shout-out to their music videos - they're definitely a highlight of their career. One American newspaper even called them 'the ultimate pedophile's dream' because of their kissing scenes in school uniforms. I mean, it's a bit much, but at the same time, it's hard to deny the appeal of their provocative content. Most of their videos are pretty dark and moody, but at the same time, they're just so much fun to watch. You can't help but get caught up in the energy and the excitement of it all. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good protest anthem?

Final Verdict

To be honest, I still find myself hitting play on 'We Won't Catch You' during jogs or when I'm just messing around with my dogs. It's a classic for a reason. Just don't take the lyrics too seriously - even the toughest kids grow up eventually. Thanks for reading!