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The song was first performed by a young Alina Janowska .

The song is a "stylish waltz" composed by with lyrics by Helena Kołaczkowska . It was originally written for a competition organized by the Express Wieczorny newspaper, where it placed third, though it eventually grew into a legendary cultural staple. irena_santor_na_prawo_most_na_lewo_most_officia...

Her version was featured on the 1972 album Moja Warszawa , released by Polskie Nagrania. Lyrical Themes The song was first performed by a young Alina Janowska

The lyrics paint a picture of a bustling, growing Warsaw, specifically referencing landmarks like , the W-Z Route , and the Vistula River . It reflects a deep optimism and joy regarding the city’s rebuilding—describing houses "growing by the hour" and the lively hum of red buses and trams. Artist: Irena Santor Composer: Alfred Gradstein Lyricist: Helena Kołaczkowska Her version was featured on the 1972 album

Polish Radio Orchestra conducted by Stefan Rachoń

While Irena Santor’s rendition is iconic, other notable versions include those by Chór Czejanda , the duo Rinn-Czyżewski , and the Polish Radio Choir .