It is well-known that the Greek citizens of Smyrna were a people with inimitable views on life, love, cooking, philosophy, family and the arts, just for starters. THA SPASO KOUPES, performed in this version by famous Greek singer Eleftheria Arvanitaki, is one of the most famous Smyrneika songs, eloquently expressing the spirit and character of the Greeks of Smyrna in a breezy, light manner. It details how a young woman has exchanged harsh words with a man, and consequently breaks off their relationship. In spite of still harbouring some feelings for him, she has decided to extricate herself from her relationship with him, and take the experience in her stride. She indulges in dance, specifically the tsifteteli, to effectively remove, and cleanse this person from her consciousness. I sincerely hope you enjoy this song, and notice how its lyrics have stood the test of time, even after many years.
