Songs from a Tennessee Cabin - Czech American Sisters sing Jo, Marta je Marta a Czech Tramp Classic!

In 2015, my father Milan Hilmar, daughters Zanna, and Zynnia, and I embarked on a memorable trip to the tranquil riverbank of the Tennessee River. Nestled along the picturesque Little Tennessee River in Franklin, NC, we found an authentic 1800s log cabin. This unique retreat provided serene river views and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for recharging our spirits. The cabin's porch, adorned with rockers, offered a charming spot to relax and soak in the beauty of the surroundings. With river access for fishing and swimming, we relished our time outdoors amidst nature's tranquility. One unforgettable moment was when my daughters delighted their grandfather by playing and singing traditional Czech tramp songs, creating cherished memories for us all.
The song "Jo, Marta je Marta" is a light-hearted and humorous Czech campfire song about a group of friends who invite a girl named Marta to join their gathering, but she ends up disappointing them. The lyrics describe their attempt to include Marta in their activities, such as roasting a goose and playing cards, but Marta's actions lead to frustration and amusement among the group.
Despite Marta's elusiveness and the challenges she presents, there is a sense of fondness for her among the group, as evidenced by the repetition of the refrain "Marta is Marta" and the implication that Marta is known and accepted by the entire gang. Overall, the song captures the playful dynamics and camaraderie of a group of friends spending time together in a camp or social setting.
Jo, Marta je Marta
1. Dusili jsme husu v boudě na primusu, bezvadně se připekla.
Pozvali jsme Martu mezi naši partu, ale ta nás vypekla.
Za komínem cosi vejskalo, ale nám se po tý Martě stejskalo.
A tak místo Marty mazali jsme karty, až se z toho blejskalo.
R. Marta je Marta, Martu zná celá parta, taky tam, kde Marta je i parta je.
Pro Martu, pro Martu kluk zradí ba i partu, jako rampouch na slunci hned roztaje.
Když někdo šilhá po Martě, je celá parta na vartě.
Jó, Marta je Marta, Martu zná celá parta, tam kde je Martička, je i partička.
2. Potkal jsem ji v lese, ona v ruce nese kytičku ze sedmikrás.
Sotva jsem ji zočil, za smrček jsem skočil, celej jsem se touhou třás.
Jářku, milá Marto, pojď ty sem, sedneme si spolu pod tisem.
Ona se nelekla, než utekla, řekla: Pošli mi to dopisem!
R.
3. Zeptejte se Marty, co používá na rty, jestli se vám pochlubí.
Čím si barví vlasy, obočí a řasy, ona se jen zazubí.
Na Sázavu táhnou průvody, v tom hledejte vážné důvody.
Vyspěte se v lese, někde v lese, kde se vyvztekáte u vody.
R.
Source: www.velkyzpevni...
Zanna Jezek, Zynnia Jezek. Filmed at the Glory Days Cabin we rented in Franklin, Tennessee. Their Airbnb link is: www.airbnb.com...
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