Mikhail Shufutinsky expressed shock at being awarded the title of People's Artist of Russia
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- Singer Mikhail Shufutinsky said that he was shocked that he was awarded the title of People's Artist of Russia, since he did not expect such recognition and did not initiate himself to receive the award.
- The decree conferring the title was signed by Vladimir Putin on September 3.
- Shufutinsky noted that the title is an indicator of trust and recognition from the country and people.
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Why It Matters
Mikhail Shufutinsky is a famous Russian singer, whose compositions, especially the song “The Third of September,” have become a cultural phenomenon and annually gain popularity on the Internet in the fall.
Singer Mikhail Shufutinsky said that he was shocked that he was awarded the title of People's Artist of Russia, because he never “initiated himself” and did not expect this. Shot reports this comment from the 78-year-old performer.
“This is a huge honor for me, because this is an indicator of trust in me and recognition of me by my country, my people,” Shufutinsky said, noting that he learned about his new status from friends.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree conferring the title of People's Artist of Russia to Shufutinsky on September 3. This is the name of the singer’s main hit, written 33 years ago and which in the last decade has become one of the most enduring memes of the beginning of autumn.
The singer previously said that he did not track at what point the hype began, because at first the song did not stand out from the general repertoire. “But it somehow strengthens itself,” the singer explained, adding that he was not at all embarrassed by the hype around the composition.
Open Questions
- Will Shufutinsky participate in official ceremonies in connection with the conferment of the title?
- How will this title affect his future creative activity?
