Talibdjon Kurbanhanov Tajik singer Country: Tajikistan

1. The Reaction of the Internet Community
2. 'Happy Birthday, Mr. President!'
3. The Legacy of Tolibjon Kurbonkhanov

Tolibjon Kurbonkhanov: The Tajik Singer Who Became Famous with His Song 'VVP'

Tolibjon Kurbonkhanov is a Tajik singer who gained recognition after his song 'VVP' went viral on YouTube, praising Vladimir Putin. Today, his name is known to many internet users - last year, his song about Putin caused quite a stir. Many people questioned whether Kurbonkhanov was serious about his song. In the end, it was agreed that he was indeed performing it completely seriously. Listening to the song 'VVP' without laughter is simply impossible - it is entirely comical. The song would be perfect for a comedy show like KVN or other humorous projects, especially with international actors. When young Tajik singer Tolibjon, dressed in a strict coat, sings with a charming southern accent, "VVP saved the country, VVP protects it, VVP raised Russia and continues to develop it," with the Kremlin visible behind him, it initially raises some confusion. "What's the catch? Can we laugh?" By the way, in his song, Kurbonkhanov describes in detail all the stages of Putin's rule, and even the decline the country experienced before his arrival. He also mentions the fact that before coming to power, Putin worked in state security, "served as an agent year after year." The chorus of the song is the culmination of it all: "VVP saved the country, VVP protects it, VVP raised Russia and continues to develop it, VVP saved the people, VVP protects them, VVP, when in power, maintains stability."

The Reaction of the Internet Community

The Internet community's response to the released video was varied - from immense outrage to laughter. It is worth noting that Kurbonkhanov's video gained significant popularity - it was viewed by one and a half million people on YouTube alone. Later, according to Tolibjon himself, the video was even equipped with German, French, Arabic, and Chinese subtitles. The video was called different names, with the most popular being assessments like "a monstrous parody" and "the best anti-Putin video in history." However, despite this, there was also an opinion that for many, the song did not contain anything parodic and was simply considered an "honest dedication" or "sincere ode."

'Happy Birthday, Mr. President!'

While people on the Internet exercised their sarcasm, Tolibjon Kurbonkhanov wasted no time and, in anticipation of Vladimir Putin's upcoming 60th birthday in October 2012, released another song titled 'Happy Birthday, Mr. President!' "07.10.52. The great city of Leningrad, a simple mother Maria gave birth to Vladimir, she couldn't even imagine..." - this is how the Tajik singer begins his song. Kurbonkhanov then calls on everyone to respect the president, as respect for the president is respect for "Mother Russia."

The Legacy of Tolibjon Kurbonkhanov

By now, Tolibjon Kurbonkhanov is only known for these two music videos. Whether he is famous or successful in his homeland remains unknown.