Jag
Cornelis Vreeswijk · Poem, Ballader och Lite Blues [1970]
Min ungdom av makadam
Har min historia mitt inne i korvstoppningen
Hitler skred över kartan och vi härmade honom
I tomma åkrar byggde vi kojor
Mot plank och murar
Hundarna lekte på gatan, parades och fastnade
Så att kärringarna hällde kallt vatten på dom
Och en flicka som hette Nina drog av sej byxorna och lät oss fingra henne
Mina steg var kortare då
Oftast sov jag i marken
Och en dag lekte en pojke med eld och tre handgranater
Men så vart han rädd och pissade på dom
Jag har glömt det
About Jag
Cornelis Vreeswijk's "Jag" stands as a poignant example of his unique fusion of folk melody and poetic narrative, characteristic of his work in the Swedish folk revival. Recorded on the 1970 album *Poem, Ballader och Lite Blues*, the track exemplifies his ability to blend traditional Scandinavian song structures with contemporary lyrical themes. Vreeswijk's voice and compositional style often drew upon the rich heritage of Nordic ballads, yet he infused them with a modern sensibility that resonated deeply with listeners seeking authenticity in his era. The song reflects the broader cultural movement of the early 1970s, where artists like Vreeswijk sought to reclaim folk traditions while addressing personal and social realities. His discography from this period, including works like *Getinghonung*, showcases a consistent commitment to storytelling through music. "Jag" remains a significant piece in his catalog, illustrating how he transformed simple folk motifs into complex emotional landscapes that continue to influence fans of Swedish folk and singer-songwriter genres today.