How do you overthrow an empire? With songs! In the 1980s, Estonians defied Soviet rule by gathering in massive crowds to sing forbidden folk songs. This ‘Singing Revolution’ was so powerful, it helped bring independence—without a single shot fired. Proof that sometimes, the best weapon is a good chorus!
The Singing Revolution
How do you overthrow an empire? With songs! In the 1980s, Estonians defied Soviet rule by gathering in massive crowds to sing forbidden folk songs. This ‘Singing Revolution’ was so powerful, it helped bring independence—without a single shot fired. Proof that sometimes, the best weapon is a good chorus!