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The chorus repeats "Aš bijau, kai Tu per daug arti" ("I am afraid when you are too close"), illustrating the vulnerability of letting someone into one’s private world.

The official music video features a cinematic, single-shot dance performance by members of the . The choreography, filmed in the historic "Lelija" clothing factory, physically manifests the song’s themes of attachment and withdrawal , with the dancers’ movements highlighting the tension between wanting to be near and needing to pull away. Kamanių šilelis - Pop Lithuania - Europavox Festival kamaniЕі ЕЎilelis - AЕЎ Bijau

—a Lithuanian indie-folk duo consisting of Kamilė Gudmonaitė and Mantas Zemleckas —released "Aš Bijau" ("I Am Afraid") in 2022. The song serves as a profound meditation on the vulnerability and fear inherent in human connection, blending their signature minimalist sound with deep literary and philosophical layers. Musical and Cultural Context The chorus repeats "Aš bijau, kai Tu per

Conversely, "Aš bijau, kai tu Toli" ("I am afraid when you are far") captures the isolation that follows a loss of connection. Kamanių šilelis - Pop Lithuania - Europavox Festival

The song draws significant inspiration from fairy tale Kelionė į Tandadriką ( Journey to Tandadrika ).

The lyrics mention long periods of solitude and slow-healing wounds ("Ir per ilgai mano žaizdos gyja"), suggesting a past history of emotional pain that colors current attempts at connection. Symbolism and Literary Influences

The duo’s music is often described as , known for its psychedelic and minimalist qualities. While they originally gained recognition for modernizing traditional Lithuanian folk songs, "Aš Bijau" represents their shift toward original lyrics that maintain an "archaic" or folk-like resonance. Lyrical Themes: The Paradox of Intimacy