Two girls—one rich and one poor—argue all day at Gheorghiță’s well about who he will marry.
Since this is a "Sârba de la Moldova" (a fast-paced traditional circle dance), you can engage with it through music and community events: La Fantana Lui Gheorghita
Ion Paladi frequently performs this hit at major folk events like the Potcoava de Aur in Bucharest or Chișinău. Quick Lyrics Snippet (Romanian) Two girls—one rich and one poor—argue all day
You can find the original 2007 version and live performances on Ion Paladi's YouTube Channel or stream it on platforms like Apple Music . The lyrics tell a classic folk tale of
The lyrics tell a classic folk tale of love and rivalry set at a village well:
It is a staple at Moldovan weddings and festivals. It is often performed by ensembles like Ansamblul Balada .
La fântâna lui Gheorghiță, Leana mea... Se certau două fetițe, Leana mea... O bogată și-o săracă, se certau ziua întreagă.