Robert Calota - Ce Greu E-n Strainatate Direct

A common metaphor in Romanian folk and manele music suggesting that money earned abroad is "bitter" because of the hardship required to get it. Lyrics (Refrain Example)

While exact transcriptions vary by version, the core sentiment of the chorus usually follows this structure: Robert Calota - Ce greu e-n strainatate

Working hard in a foreign country to send money home, often at the cost of one's own happiness or health. A common metaphor in Romanian folk and manele