Pop Russian Music: The Best of 2012
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Looking for the best Pop Russian music of 2012? Look no further! We’ve got all the top hits from the year, including songs from artists like t.A.T.u., Serebro, and more.
Introduction
It’s no secret that Russia is home to some of the best pop music in the world. In fact, many of the world’s biggest pop stars hail from the Motherland, including the likes of t.A.T.u., Sergey Lazarev, and Emin.
So what was the best pop music to come out of Russia in 2012? Here are our picks for the top 10 Russian pop songs of the year:
What is pop Russian music?
Popular Russian music spans a wide range of styles and themes, from the light and upbeat to the dark and melancholic. It often reflects the country’s complex history and diverse culture, as well as the challenges and triumphs of everyday life in Russia.
Some of the best-known pop Russian musicians include Alla Pugacheva, Valery Leontiev, Philip Kirkorov, t.A.T.u., Leningrad, Sergey Lazarev, Nikolay Baskov, Anna Netrebko, Grigory Leps, Natalia Oreiro, Dima Bilan, Jenya Novgorodova
Many pop Russian songs have become global hits, such as “You are the Only One” by Sergey Lazarev, “All My Love” by Vitas, “Believe” by Dima Bilan, ” Kotik ” by Alyona Apina , and “All About Us” by t.A.T.u.
The best of pop Russian music in 2012
2012 was a great year for pop Russian music. A number of new artists emerged and established themselves in the music scene. Some of the best pop Russian music of 2012 includes the following.
t.A.T.u. – “All the Things She Said”
t.A.T.u. is a Russian music duo consisting of vocalists Lena Katina and Yulia Volkova. The group was created in 1999 by Ivan Shapovalov and signed to his record label Neformat. The duo rose to fame in early 2000s with their debut English-language single “All the Things She Said”, which topped international charts.
With “All the Things She Said”, t.A.T.u became the first Russian act to ever have a commercial single go to number one in the United Kingdom, and they are also credited as being the first Russian act to ever break into the American market. The song caused controversy upon its release, with many accusing the duo of promoting lesbianism and pedophilia, due to the suggestive nature of its lyrics and accompanying music video, which featured the two girls kissing in school uniforms. Despite the backlash, “All the Things She Said” was a massive commercial success, selling over three million copies worldwide and becoming one of the best-selling singles of 2002.
Serebro – “Mama Lover”
Mamas, don’t let your babies grow up to be cowboys. Unless, of course, those cowboys are the three leggy blondes of Serebro, in which case you should absolutely encourage it. These ladies might not know much about herding cattle, but they do know how to wrangle a catchy pop song, as evidenced by their breakout hit “Mama Lover.” The video, which features the trio cavorting around a mansion in skimpy lingerie, generated over 100 million views on YouTube and helped Serebro become one of the most popular Russian pop groups of the past decade.
Dima Bilan – “Believe”
Dima Bilan’s “Believe” is one of the most popular songs of 2012 in Russia. The song was written by Bilan and Timati, and produced by Viktor Drobysh. It was released as a single on December 21, 2012.
Conclusion
In conclusion, 2012 was a great year for pop Russian music. There were many new artists and bands that emerged and established themselves as key players in the Russian pop music scene. There were also many established artists and bands who released new music that was well-received by fans and critics alike. Overall, it was a great year for pop Russian music and we cannot wait to see what 2013 has in store for us.
