Jan. 25, 1938 - July 24, 1980
Russian actor, lyricist, and folksinger whose social and political satire spoke of the ironies and hardships of a strictly regulated Soviet society. While risking official displeasure, he became an immensely popular figure who was revered by the Russian people even after his death. He still remains the greatest and most influential Russian singer/poet of all-time.
..."He embodied all that is Russian. He was Russia," said Vasily Ovchinnikov, a 43-year-old market seller clutching his guitar at the cemetery after a rendition of one of Visotksy's songs.
..."He saw life as it really was. What he sang and wrote about still has meaning for us now," said Kortashev, a poet, after reciting some of Visotsky's verse near his hero's grave.
..."His songs help me live. He purifies me of all bad things in life and makes me stronger." - Elena
..."The Russian Shakespeare. His work will be with us for all time." - Mark T.
..."Till this day, Russia hasn't given birth to a musician with such talent and charisma. Long live his poetry and genius, in our hearts and in our thoughts." - NsomniaK (myspace.com)
VIDEOS:
Cyeli Kuka
Ballad O Lubvi
Paryc
Kupola
