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The lyrics explore the dream of having an extra "štuka" (a slang term for 1,000 units of currency) and the internal struggle between saving money and the desire to spend it.

It also received recognition at the (Golden Microphone) awards ceremony in 2022. citi_zeni_lieka_stuka

The song won the (Musical Bank) award, a prestigious Latvian pop music poll where it was voted the most valuable song of the year by both experts and the public. The lyrics explore the dream of having an

Released shortly after their 2022 Eurovision appearance, the song was written two years prior but held until inflation and rising fuel prices made its message particularly relevant. It was officially released on YouTube and Spotify on June 20, 2022. Key Themes & Meaning: Released shortly after their 2022 Eurovision appearance, the

It addresses the universal experience of dealing with increasing prices for food and basic necessities.

is a popular funky track by the Latvian band Citi Zēni , released in June 2022. The title loosely translates to "A Spare Thousand [Euros]" and serves as a satirical commentary on the rising cost of living and personal financial management. Guide to "Lieka štuka" by Citi Zēni

The refrain, "Ja man būtu lieka štuka / Tad es zinātu, kur to likt" ("If I had a spare thousand / Then I would know where to put it"), highlights the common feeling that more money would solve one's immediate problems, while the verses touch on the idea that "happiness isn't found in a store" even if the lack of savings hurts. Jun 20, 2022 YouTube·Citi Zēni