The verses play with the contrast between folklore and everyday life. One witch claims she doesn't believe in superstitions despite flying on a broomstick, while another complains about a "devil" following her, only to realize he's "not tasty". Cultural Legacy

Modern stage versions of The Flying Ship continue to feature the song as a central comedic highlight.

It is a favorite for school performances and holiday festivities like Maslenitsa .

Initially, the script featured only a single Baba Yaga. However, the creators eventually settled on an entire "squadron" of them to make the musical number more dynamic. Famous Lyrics & Structure

You can find the full lyrics and melody on sites like PesniFilm or KvaClub .

"Rastyani mekha, garmoshka / Ekh, igray-nayaryvay! / Poy chastushki, Babka-Yozhka / Poy, ne razgovarivay!" (Stretch the bellows, accordion / Play with gusto! / Sing your ditties, Baba Yaga / Sing, don't talk!).

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The verses play with the contrast between folklore and everyday life. One witch claims she doesn't believe in superstitions despite flying on a broomstick, while another complains about a "devil" following her, only to realize he's "not tasty". Cultural Legacy

Modern stage versions of The Flying Ship continue to feature the song as a central comedic highlight.

It is a favorite for school performances and holiday festivities like Maslenitsa .

Initially, the script featured only a single Baba Yaga. However, the creators eventually settled on an entire "squadron" of them to make the musical number more dynamic. Famous Lyrics & Structure

You can find the full lyrics and melody on sites like PesniFilm or KvaClub .

"Rastyani mekha, garmoshka / Ekh, igray-nayaryvay! / Poy chastushki, Babka-Yozhka / Poy, ne razgovarivay!" (Stretch the bellows, accordion / Play with gusto! / Sing your ditties, Baba Yaga / Sing, don't talk!).