The situation in Ukraine « Nothing (much) To Report

The situation in Ukraine

4 April, 2007 at 8:12 am (moosh)

Yes, for a moment I’d like to draw your attention to the important events that are currently going on in Ukraine.

Many of you are probably worried about the situation, wondering what the outcome can possibly be. Will their actions effect the relationship that they have with Russia? And will the west go for the choices that they have made?

I’m talking, of course, about choosing Verka Serduchka to represent them in the Eurovision contest 2007*

Now, as you know, I do like Verka Serduchka; from her humble beginnings as a train compartment guard to living the good life in a variety of stunning head attire – you just have to admire someone like that.

So I was a little disappointed when I heard her entry for the Eurovision contest, firstly because it just wasn’t as good as I know she’s capable of and secondly (controversially) because she appears to sing “I want to see, Russia Goodbye … Ukraine is cool”. Offical outrage then ensued until Danilko was cornered by the press to say that he/she isn’t actually singing “Russia Goodbye”, but instead “Lasha tumbai” (apparently Mongolian for churned butter. Okaaaaay). He went on to say that all those who heard “Russia Goodbye” (and there are many) should clean their ears out.

Now, where did I put my cotton buds?

Well, listen for yourself to ‘Dancing Lasha Tumbai’ and admire the smashing hats at the same time….