Tak Už Jsem S Tou Vojnou Sek – Alois Tichý’s Quirky Folk-Pop Gem
Let’s get one thing straight: this album isn’t your run-of-the-mill pop record. Nope. Tak Už Jsem S Tou Vojnou Sek by Alois Tichý is like that slightly eccentric uncle who shows up to family gatherings with a kazoo and starts singing old war tales in the middle of dessert. It’s weird, it’s charming, and honestly? You’ll kinda love it.
Released under Columbia-Rena Record back when Czechoslovakia was still on the map (geographically and culturally), this album straddles genres like a genre-hopping cowboy. Pop, folk, world music, country—it’s all here, tied together with Schlager vibes and Copla-style vocals that feel both nostalgic and oddly fresh. And yeah, there’s something about Alois’ voice—gruff but warm, like an old wool sweater—that just sticks with you.
Now, let’s talk tracks because if I tried to sum up every song, we’d be here till next Tuesday. Instead, I’ll focus on two standouts: “Veselý Dědek” and the title track “Tak Už Jsem S Tou Vojnou Sek.”
First off, “Veselý Dědek.” This tune hits differently. Imagine sitting in a smoky pub somewhere in Prague, sipping pivo while some guy at the corner table starts belting out a story about life, laughter, and maybe a little too much schnapps. That’s what this feels like. The melody bounces along cheerfully, almost forcing you to tap your foot or hum along—even if you don’t speak Czech. There’s a simplicity to it that works wonders; no overproduced nonsense, just raw charm. Plus, how can you not smile at a song literally called “Happy Grandpa”? It’s wholesome AF.
Then there’s the titular track, “Tak Už Jsem S Tou Vojnou Sek.” Oh boy, where do I even start? If “Veselý Dědek” is the cozy pub vibe, this one’s more like stumbling into a village square during some impromptu festival. Alois sings about leaving behind battles—metaphorical or literal—and embracing peace, but he does so with such gusto that you forget you’re listening to a potentially heavy topic. The chorus sticks to your brain like gum under a chair, and before you know it, you’re muttering “tak už jsem s tou vojnou sek” while making toast in the morning. Don’t ask me how it happens—it just does.
What makes these songs memorable isn’t just their catchiness though. They’ve got soul. Like, real-deal, unfiltered emotion poured into each note. You don’t need to understand every word to feel the weight—or the joy—behind them. It’s messy, imperfect, and human as hell.
So yeah, Alois Tichý might not be everyone’s cup of tea. His style leans heavily into vintage European sounds, which ain’t exactly mainstream anymore. But maybe that’s why it works. In a world full of auto-tuned robots and cookie-cutter hits, Tak Už Jsem S Tou Vojnou Sek reminds us that sometimes, all you need is a dude with a guitar, a raspy voice, and a knack for storytelling.
And hey, fun fact: apparently Alois used to perform wearing suspenders and a bowtie combo. Classy yet chaotic. Just like his music.
Final thought? Listening to this album feels like finding an old postcard in your attic. Faded edges, quirky handwriting, and a message that somehow still resonates decades later. Or maybe it’s just me being overly sentimental after three listens. Either way, Alois, you legend—you’ve earned yourself a spot on my playlist… right between Beyoncé and some random punk band from 2003.
