Aleksandar Tarabunov – Dalecna ( Lyrics Translation )
Exploring the Depths of the Song
The lyrics of “Distant” explore the depths of an ethereal connection between two entities, seemingly from different realms. The recurring theme of being sent from an unknown place highlights the celestial and otherworldly bond that the lyricist, Stojanovski, wants to convey. The phrases used, such as “you cool me endlessly like rain in the desert” and “your ray caresses me like the sun, the moonlight”, exhibit the contrasting and healing nature of this connection. It’s a bond that transcends physical realms, offering solace and eternal companionship amid the vastness of the universe.
Александар Тарабунов – Далечна (Macedonian)
Сино над нас
прелива темна ноќ,
од мисла кон сон.
Далеку од се
постои нешто за нас,
лудо е,
вечно е.
Нежно допира гради,
болка во сила се претвора.
Од кого си испратена?
Ме ладиш без крај
ко дожд во пустина.
Далечна,
ме оставаш ли
будно да сонувам?
Испратена,
ме гали твој зрак
ко сонце месечина.
Далечна,
ме имаш засекогаш!
Силно од нас
извира нежна моќ,
ко ѕвезда во ноќ.
Далеку од се
постои нешто за нас,
лудо е, вечно е.
Нежно допира гради,
болка во сила
се претвора.
Од кого си испратена?
Ме ладиш без крај
ко дожд во пустина.
Далечна,
ме оставаш ли
будно да сонувам?
Испратена,
ме гали твој зрак
ко сонце месечина.
Далечна,
ме имаш засекогаш!
Aleksandar Tarabunov – Distant (English Translation)
Blue above us
spills the dark night,
from thought to dream.
Far from all,
there’s something for us,
it’s mad,
it’s eternal.
Gently touching the chest,
pain into strength
transforms.
From whom are you
sent?
You cool me endlessly
like rain in the desert.
Distant,
do you leave me
awake to dream?
Sent,
your ray caresses me
like the sun, the moonlight.
Distant,
you have me forever!
Strong from us
emerges gentle power,
like a star in the night.
Far from all,
there’s something for us,
it’s mad,
it’s eternal.
Gently touching the chest,
pain into strength
transforms.
From whom are you
sent?
You cool me endlessly
like rain in the desert.
Distant,
do you leave me
awake to dream?
Sent,
your ray caresses me
like the sun, the moonlight.
Distant,
you have me forever!
The Music:
Aleksandar Tarabunov’s composition elevates the words into a melodic embrace. The harmonious blend of music and lyrics takes the listener on a journey, transporting them to a place where time and space converge, where pain transforms into strength and where distant celestial bodies promise eternal companionship. The arrangement and masterful mixing by Tarabunov and Dimitar Andonovski amplify the experience, ensuring each note resonates with the soul, reinforcing the ethereal theme.
Visual Journey:
Complementing the lyrical and musical depth is the visually stunning music video, directed and edited by Zoran Zonde Stojanovski. The sci-fi aesthetics, realized through careful direction and the use of drone footage by Stojanovski and Darko Danilov Kibo, provide a visual representation of the alien and celestial themes present in the song. The choice of setting, resembling an alien planet, and the portrayal of the model as otherworldly, enhance the thematic resonance of distance and ethereal connection. Anastasija Taushanova and Aleksandar Tarabunov, who star in the video, bring to life the poetic narrative, their performances adding layers of emotion and meaning to the already profound composition.
Conclusion:
“Distant” is not just a song; it is a holistic artwork that blends melody, words, and visuals to tell a story of cosmic connection and eternal yearning. It speaks of the human desire for understanding and bonding, even across the vastness of the cosmos. It’s a gentle reminder of the enduring human spirit, the search for love and companionship, and the timeless nature of the universe. The collaboration of Tarabunov and Stojanovski, along with the entire team, has resulted in a masterpiece that transcends the ordinary, offering listeners and viewers an escape into the celestial realms of imagination and emotion.