Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: romance
Song Meaning of “Zolotoe slovo” by Vladimir Nechaev
Zolotoe slovo, ‘The Golden Word’, is an emotive folk song written by the Russian poet, Vladimir Nechaev. The lyrics revolve around the story of a young man, who is deeply in love with a young woman. He desperately wishes that he could have said “the golden word” that would have sealed their love for eternity.
The man reflects that he was too clumsy and acted without much thought, making a lasting relationship with his beloved impossible. In his misery, he blames himself for not having the courage to speak the golden word and he prays to God for her forgiveness.
He speaks of evergreen trees, symbolizing his unending love, and a garden, which is a place of solace and beauty. He recognizes that he is not the man she once thought he was and that his careless words have left him alone. In the end, he hopes that God will show him the way back to her, even though hope seems lost.
This song is a powerful reminder of the importance of speaking with thought and intention in love, as even one word spoken at the wrong time can cause pain that seems impossible to heal. Its mix of emotion and reflection make it an enduring classic.