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Vadim Mulerman
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Vadim Mulerman in 1979
Background information
Born (1938-08-18)August 18, 1938
Kharkiv, Ukrainian SSR, USSR
Died May 2, 2018(2018-05-02) (aged 79)
New York City, New York, U.S.
Genres Soviet music, pop
Occupation(s) singer
Instruments Vocal

Vadim Mulerman was a very popular singer from the Soviet Union. He was known for his strong, deep voice, which is called a baritone. He was born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, on August 18, 1938. Later in his life, he also became an American citizen.

Mulerman was honored with special titles for his singing. He was named an Honored Artist of the RSFSR in 1978. He also received the title of Merited Artist of Ukraine. These awards showed how much his talent was appreciated.

His Singing Career

Vadim Mulerman became famous for many songs that people loved to listen to. His music was a big part of the pop scene in the Soviet Union during the 1960s and 1970s.

Challenges Faced

In 1971, there was a time when Vadim Mulerman and some other singers were not allowed to appear on television. This decision was made by the head of the USSR State Committee for Radio and Television. It meant that many people could not see him perform on TV for a while.

Life in the United States

In 1989, Mulerman moved to the United States. He lived in Florida, where he started a special musical theater for children. He helped young people learn about music and perform.

Later, around 2008, he returned to Kharkiv, Ukraine, for a time. There, he continued to work in a youth musical theater. Vadim Mulerman passed away in New York City on May 2, 2018, when he was 79 years old.

Popular Songs

Here are some of the well-known songs that Vadim Mulerman sang:

  • "King the Winner" (Russian: Король-победитель, 1968) – This song was based on a poem by Maurice Carême.
  • "Lada" (Russian: Лада, 1968)
    "Lada" (live on Russian television in 2013) on YouTube
  • "No Coward Plays Hockey" (1968)
    Listen on Yandex Music
  • "How Nice to Be a General" (Russian: Как хорошо быть генералом)
  • "Hutsul Girl" (Russian: Гуцулочка)
  • "I Had a Dream" (Russian: Приснилось мне, 1969)
  • "August" (Russian: Август)
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