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The Steppe

by Stas Mari

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With heartbreak and devastation in Ukraine, I am called to share a song I wrote for my ancestors. My new single, "The Steppe," is the story of my great grandmother Hanna, a subsistence farmer and weaver who withstood unimaginable hardship in her lifetime. This song captures her hope and resilience.

While I wrote it a few years ago, it echoes the experience of our Ukrainians today. 100% of proceeds from digital downloads of this song will go towards humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Thank you for your support and sharing with others!

lyrics

Even though the winter's cold,
Summer still lingers inside my bones.
Even when I fall asleep,
your face and spirit in all my dreams.

Over the plains and across the sea,
Too many miles to count.
Out on the steppe and the golden sun,
Too many songs to be sung.

Harvesting in the moon,
Glowing I pray that I see you soon.
All the little children there,
Holding the past that I now bear.

Over the plains and across the sea,
Too many miles to count.
Out on the steppe and the golden sun,
Too many songs to be sung.

Weaving under blue skies,
Patient hands I hold.
I'll never fade away.

Over the plains and across the sea,
Too many miles to count.
Out on the steppe and the golden sun,
Too many songs to be sung.

credits

released March 17, 2022
Music and Lyrics: Stas Mari
Production and Percussion: Ricky Fataar
Violin: Dave Pascoe

Artwork: Watercolor by Stas Mari
Graphic design: Liana Vitousek

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Stas Mari California

Stas Mari (Anastasia Marieka) hails from coastal California, where the rugged mountains and surging sea summon a life of creative expression. Her music is her own, rooted in American Folk and Blues - with influences from great balladeers from across the globe. ... more

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