Cдѓдјus Skaita Rudenд« (instrumental) -

The song (literally translated as "Chickens are counted in autumn") is a beloved Latvian classic composed by Raimonds Pauls with lyrics by Guntars Račs .

The title is based on the Latvian equivalent of the English proverb, "Don't count your chickens before they hatch." In Latvian culture, this means one should only judge the success of an endeavor once it is fully completed—traditionally at the end of the harvest season (autumn). 2. The 1973 Film: Cāļus skaita rudenī CДЃДјus Skaita RudenД« (Instrumental)

: The film is a lyrical relationship drama set in the Soviet social reality of the 1970s. The song (literally translated as "Chickens are counted

While there are many versions, including popular renditions by and the children’s vocal ensemble Dzeguzīte , the "story" behind the song is rooted in both a traditional Latvian proverb and a specific historical film. 1. The Proverb: "We'll Count the Chickens When They Hatch" The 1973 Film: Cāļus skaita rudenī : The

: It explores the moral values, daily lives, and romantic entanglements of young people of that era. Like the proverb, the film’s narrative suggests that the true value or outcome of these relationships and personal growth can only be measured after time has passed and experiences have matured. 3. The Instrumental Version

The song's title is shared with a produced by the Riga Film Studio , directed by Oļģerts Dunkers (sometimes credited to assistant Varis Brasla).