As Rurik fought in Novgorod
Askod and Dyr they went on
To build a town on Dnepr's banks
To rise mighty and strong
Look out friends there she lies
In the days fading light
The mighty city of the Rus
In all her beauty and pride
[Chorus:]
Rising mighty and tall
The castle guarding your walls
On Dnepr's shores you stand
The river's rule you defend
Oh Kiew