Slovenia - Papaya

We, members of the school group Pogrüntey from Bistrica ob Sotli, Slovenia, are truly proud to be part of Schoolovision again. This time, our song is a little less serious than previous years — it’s about the importance of being friendly and kind to others. With our song and video, we simply wanted to share some good vibes. We feel that now, perhaps more than ever, the world needs a little laughter.

Just watch and listen — you’ll surely understand.

Pogrüntey are:

Eva - vocals and drums

Julija – guitar and songwriting

Eva - guitar

Jakob - bass guitar

Ines - keys

Mimi - vocals (but not in this song)

Translation of lyrics:

Papaya is cool,

But ginger is not—

It belongs in the junk.

I take just one bite,

And I almost die—

It burns and it stinks. No fun!

Be just like papaya—

Yellow, sweet, and good.

Soak up beams of sunlight,

Don’t be such a root.

Sometimes you’re fun,

And you make me laugh,

But sometimes you drive me mad.

Just when I think

You’re papaya at heart,

You show me your ginger side.

Be just like papaya—

Sunny, sweet, and good.

Soak up beams of sunlight,

Don’t be such a root.

Thank you all and have a beautiful, sunny day. And remember: be just like papaya :D