Victor PROG - Globe of Ukraine (2020)

“Globe of Ukraine” is a manifesto-style music video about love for one’s homeland. Through an ironic yet warm-spirited lyric, the song inspires viewers to rediscover Ukraine: its mountains and seas, ancient cities, Cossack spirit, and rich history. It is an anthem of domestic tourism, respect for one’s country, and a mindful appreciation of its beauty and strength.

Lyrics translation: “Globe of Ukraine”

I took the globe of Ukraine,
Spun it fast with all my might.
Pointed with my finger once —
Where will I be flying tomorrow night?

And what are Turkey or Cyprus to me?
We’ve got it better, a hundred times more.
Mountains, rivers, sea and sun —
Our vacation will be pure joy, for sure!

So why then to the Turkish coast
Do we keep on going away?
Wouldn’t it be better for us
Green tourism here to stay?

So many places in Ukraine —
Bukovel and Kyiv too.
Lakes and rivers, waterfalls,
Fortresses beyond a few.

Cities carry centuries of history,
Strength, courage, honor stand.
The Cossack spirit soars with pride —
Khortytsia Island guards the land!

We need to know our Ukraine
Down to every smallest part,
So our children learn to love
Their native land — not just “visa-free” travel charts.

So come on, Ukrainians all,
Let’s explore our country wide —
Perhaps then, before too long,
We’ll respect each other more inside.