Katerina replies that her beauty comes from the . She drank Pirin water, walked on mountain grass, and was raised by a "Bulgarian mother from Pirin". The Dance Connection
A popular version of the dance was introduced to international audiences by Ventzi Sotirov , a former lead dancer of the Pirin Ensemble, who paired Sarbinska's song with traditional "Arap" footwork.
The lyrics describe a dialogue asking a young woman named Katerina why she is so beautiful and well-dressed.
Tatiana Sarbinska grew up in the village of Rila near the Pirin Mountains and composed the song while working as a lead singer for the world-renowned Pirin Ensemble .
