Kategoria: Famous Poles

“Na szczycie” (On the top) is the most popular polish hip-hop song. It was made by rapper Grubson after death of his 2 friends. It is a touching piece about passing and wonders of life and celebrating similiarites of all people around the world. It was aired in 2009 and on rappers first studio album:…

Witold Gombrowicz is one of the most intriguing and complex figures in 20th-century Polish literature. Known for his rebellious spirit, sharp wit, and unorthodox approach to form and identity, Gombrowicz’s works challenged conventions, questioned social norms, and explored the fluidity of human nature. His writing remains a cornerstone of Polish literary heritage, continuing to provoke…

Song “Dzieci” (Children) made by band Elektryczne Gitary (Electric Guitar) is a song about growing up. But this song takes different look at growing up focusing more about irony of youth rebellion and adults planning life’s for their children. Lyrics is have many different meanings and can be understand at very different level but rhythm…

Bruno Schulz, one of Poland’s most distinctive literary figures, left behind a small but profoundly influential body of work that continues to captivate readers worldwide. His dreamlike prose, rich with symbolism and myth, draws on personal memory, Jewish heritage, and the surreal landscapes of his hometown, Drohobych. Schulz’s writing, though sparse in quantity, stands as…

Eugeniusz Bodo, born Bohdan Eugène Junod on 28 December 1899 in Geneva, was one of the most significant figures in Polish entertainment during the interwar period. His versatile talents encompassed film and theatre acting, directing, screenwriting, singing, and dancing. His charisma and artistic abilities made him an icon of Polish popular culture of the time.…

Jacek Kaczmarski (1957–2004) remains one of Poland’s most celebrated poets, singers, and songwriters, often referred to as the „Bard of Solidarity.” His deeply evocative lyrics and music became anthems of resistance against communist oppression in Poland, resonating with generations of Poles who yearned for freedom and justice. A master of metaphor and a gifted storyteller,…

Karol Józef Wojtyła, known to the world as Pope John Paul II, was one of the most influential spiritual and political figures of the 20th century. Born in Wadowice, Poland, on 18 May 1920, he became the first non-Italian pope in 455 years and a symbol of hope and resilience for millions. His papacy, spanning…

Jan „Johnny” Zumbach,  was a charismatic and daring fighter pilot, whose life was full of extraordinary adventures that extended well beyond the skies of World War II. Born in 1915 in Ursynów near Warsaw, Zumbach became one of the most celebrated aces of the legendary Polish 303 Squadron, which played a crucial role during the…

Kazimierz Piechowski’s life story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. Born on June 29, 1919, in the small town of Szczytniki, Poland, Piechowski’s early years were marked by the tumultuous events of the 20th century, including the outbreak of World War II and the horrors…

Roman Dmowski stands out as one of the most pivotal and controversial figures in Polish history, known for his significant role in the country’s fight for independence and his influence on the national identity of Poland in the early 20th century. Born on August 9, 1864, in a small village in Mazovia, Dmowski’s life and…