The first to make it a hit in the 1960s. His career was cut short when he was forced to emigrate from Poland during the political events of March 1968.
The "konik na biegunach" has been a staple in Polish nurseries for centuries: Estranged. March '68 and Its Aftermath - Muzeum POLIN konik_na_biegunach
The lyrics describe a return to childhood, where the rocking horse is a "friend of spring" that brings joy despite the worries of adult life. 🧸 The Traditional Toy The first to make it a hit in the 1960s
Written by Franciszek Serwatka (lyrics) and Jacek Dybek (music) for a student cabaret in Kraków. its history is much longer:
While many associate the song with the singer , its history is much longer: