The viral remix of by Andriy Khlyvnyuk and The Kiffness became a global anthem of resilience following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The Origin: A Cappella in Kyiv

It was the anthem of the Ukrainian Sich Riflemen during World War I. For decades, the song was suppressed under Soviet rule because of its strong association with Ukrainian independence and national identity.

The song’s modern resurgence began when , frontman of the Ukrainian band Boombox , paused his military duties to sing an a cappella snippet of the folk song in Sophia Square, Kyiv . Clad in fatigues and carrying a rifle, his powerful performance was captured on video and shared on Instagram, quickly going viral for its raw emotion and defiance. The Collaboration: The Kiffness Remix