The idea for the track began nearly two years before its release when members (Ingus Šusts) and Cepums (Mārtiņš Mednis) discovered the original version by Dārdi . Feeling a deep connection to its "soul and power," they set out to reinterpret the song through a hip-hop lens.
The lyrics bridge the gap between ancient elements and modern struggles. The recurring chorus— "Zeme mans augums un ūdens manas asinis / Gaiss mana elpa un uguns mans gars" (Earth is my body, water my blood / Air my breath, fire my spirit)—references the four elements as the foundation of the human soul. Key themes explored in the verses include: kreisais_krasts_austosas_saules_dziesma
Cepums, Deniss, Pionieris, Ivans Baigais, and Punkts uz I. The idea for the track began nearly two
There is a strong patriotic undercurrent, with lyrics vowing that no one will "trample" the land and expressing a desire for a free nation Genius Lyrics . Visual Representation The recurring chorus— "Zeme mans augums un ūdens
(Song of the Rising Sun) is a powerful collaborative track by the Latvian hip-hop collective Kreisais Krasts , released in late 2022. It serves as a modern reimagining of a folk-inspired piece originally by the group Dārdi , blending traditional Latvian cultural identity with contemporary urban grit. Creative Origins and Collaboration
The music video, directed by and filmed by Toms Rings , visually interprets these contrasts between the natural world and modern society. It stars actress Madlēna Valdberga , known for her work in the film Spogulī and the series Viss Norm . The video aims to portray the modern Latvian identity by juxtaposing traditional symbols with current global realities.