Butyrka_attestat (2027)

Russian Chanson. This style is characterized by its storytelling nature, often focusing on the lives of common people, the underworld, or the penal system.

"Butyrka Attestat" (Бутырка Аттестат) is a famous song by the Russian chanson group , released on their 2002 debut album Pervyy Albom (The First Album). Song Context and Story

Along with their other hit, "Zapakhlo Vesnoy" (It Smells of Spring), "Attestat" helped define the sound of modern Russian chanson in the early 2000s. butyrka_attestat

It remains one of the group's most recognizable tracks and is a staple in Russian karaoke and on chanson radio stations.

The lyrics tell a story of youth, rebellion, and lost time—themes central to the Russian "blatnaya pesnya" (outlaw song) genre. Russian Chanson

It features the band's signature synthesized arrangements, heavy basslines, and the gravelly, emotional vocals of former lead singer Vladimir Zhamiukov. Cultural Impact

It highlights the sharp divide between the innocence of a graduation ball and the harsh reality of life behind bars. The chorus famously mentions the "school ball" and the "tears of a mother" who sees her son's life take a wrong turn. Musical Style Song Context and Story Along with their other

You can listen to the track or find official lyrics on platforms like Apple Music or Spotify.