Ukrainian singer-songwriter DaRina Ulanovska continues to carve out a space for raw emotional storytelling with the release of her latest single, “Лілеї”—translated to “Lilies” in English. Known for her emotionally honest songwriting, DaRina Ulanovska returns with a heartfelt new single that embraces vulnerability and depth, offering a tender ballad that feels destined to define the mood of spring. This acts as the follow-up to her collaboration with MIF on the single “Маки червоні” which translates to “Red poppies”.
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“Лілеї” (“Lilies”) is not just another love song—it’s a gentle yet powerful expression of vulnerability, faith, and longing. At its core, the track tells the tale of a woman who is so consumed by love that the world around her appears to stop. But DaRina Ulanovska’s delivery is so intimate and heartfelt that listeners will find pieces of their own story reflected back at them.
Blending traditional Eastern European pop influences with Western melodies, DaRina Ulanovska delivers a captivating performance that highlights both her vocal talent and emotional depth. Through “Lilies”, she not only channels the essence of the track but also affirms her place as an artist to watch—one with a clear, compelling vision and a promising future ahead.
Speaking about the single, DaRina Ulanovska explained the symbolism behind the title: “’Lilies’, as a symbol of purity, beauty, and at the same time fragility, perfectly reflects this mood. The main message is to protect love, even when it seems ephemeral, because it might be the truest form of love.”
The creative team behind the track includes composer Anton Kraynov and lyricist Maria Bochkovska, who collaborated seamlessly with DaRina Ulanovska to bring the song to life. According to the artist, the process was deeply instinctive and harmonious: “Anton is a musical alchemist, Maria is poetry that breathes. We spoke the same language. It’s rare. What impressed me most was how we all three felt this song the same way—as something both tender and deep. We had no disagreements because we spoke the same emotional language. It’s rare.”
Following the single’s release earlier this month, DaRina Ulanovska has now unveiled the official music video, which she directed herself. The visual takes a stripped-back, emotionally rich approach—embracing minimalism to mirror the song’s vulnerability. With soft lighting, water imagery, and delicate reflections, the video captures the essence of a woman not defined by perfection, but by her capacity to feel deeply and to dream fearlessly. Looking beautiful throughout, she connects effortlessly with the audience watching and also adds some simple choreographic scenes which are set to inspire TikTok videos.
“The main message is that a woman’s beauty lies not only in her appearance, but in her ability to love and believe,” DaRina Ulanovska continues to explain. “Like a lily—beautiful as long as you cherish it. ‘Lilies’ is a track for those who believe in the power of feelings. And for those who have already been disappointed but are still waiting for a sign. And maybe this track is that very sign.”
This track is a gentle reminder that true beauty lies not in perfection, but in emotion. It’s a song for anyone who has ever loved deeply, been hurt, and still holds onto the hope that love—real, unfiltered love—is out there. And perhaps, as this Ukrainian singer-songwriter suggests, this song might be the sign you’ve been waiting for.
“Лілеї”, meaning “Lilies”, by DaRina Ulanovska, is available to download and stream, right now, across all platforms, via GM Digital / КиївКонцерт (KyivConcert).