Soviet World War II Song “Вася-Василек“ (Vasya the Cornflower) [Red Army Choir]

English Lyrics: Why do you, Vasya, so upset, Why do you look so down? With a jokes and songs in battle You always used to go, What happened suddenly to you Vasya - Vasilyoček? Oh, my friend, Oh, Vasya-Vasilyok! Refrain: Sadness is unbecoming for a soldier, Don’t give melancholy to have a place in your heart Even if there is a reason Never be disheartened! Don’t give place for melancholy And never be disheartened! For five weeks already The postman doesn’t bring a letters for me. You see, brother, My heart asking for warm words. Yes, It’s always easier - Defeat the foe with jokes. But when no letters from my love - I feel really sad. Oh, my friend, Oh, Vasya-Vasilyok! Refrain: Sadness is unbecoming for a soldier, Don’t give melancholy to have a place in your heart Even if there is a reason Never be disheartened! Don’t give place for melancholy And nev