The song follows the traditional Russian chastushka format—short, humorous four-line verses often sung with a fast, driving beat.

In the film, the protagonist, Ivan the Chimney Sweep, encounters a group of Baba Yagas (forest witches) who perform these rhythmic, humorous verses while dancing.

The verses play with the contrast between folklore and everyday life. One witch claims she doesn't believe in superstitions despite flying on a broomstick, while another complains about a "devil" following her, only to realize he's "not tasty". Cultural Legacy

You can find the full lyrics and melody on sites like PesniFilm or KvaClub .

The lyrics were written by the legendary Yuri Entin , and the catchy folk-inspired music was composed by Maxim Dunayevsky .

"Rastyani mekha, garmoshka / Ekh, igray-nayaryvay! / Poy chastushki, Babka-Yozhka / Poy, ne razgovarivay!" (Stretch the bellows, accordion / Play with gusto! / Sing your ditties, Baba Yaga / Sing, don't talk!).