The song highlights Similea’s ability to adapt international soul and pop styles for a Romanian audience during the 1970s and 80s. The "Melodii din repertoriul internațional" Series
: A cover of "Liefde is een dans" by Therese Steinmetz (1975), with lyrics by Cecilia Silvestri.
: A cover of "Dancing In The City" by Marshall Hain (1978). Artistic Context Other notable covers in this series include: "This
Watch Angela Similea perform 'Îmi vorbești' in this archival TVR recording: Angela Similea - Îmi vorbești arhiva TVR YouTube• Oct 3, 2024
Angela Similea remains one of Romania's most beloved voices, reaching her career peak in the 1970s and 80s. Her international repertoire recordings were a way to bridge the gap between Western pop culture and the Romanian public, showcasing her versatility across different musical genres, from disco and pop to emotional ballads. with lyrics by Mihai Dumbravă.
During this era, Similea frequently performed and recorded Romanian versions of international hits, often featuring lyrics by prominent Romanian poets like or Cecilia Silvestri . Other notable covers in this series include:
"This World Today Is A Mess" by Donna Hightower (1972). Romanian Lyrics: Written by Flavia Buref . Other notable covers in this series include: "This
: A cover of ABBA's "That’s Me" (1977), with lyrics by Mihai Dumbravă. "Orchestra" : A cover of "Goodbye Love" by Teach-In (1975).