Clarinet Solo 'Ardent Desire' - Alexander Negrutsa with Ureuk Symphony\orchestra

"Burning Wish" is a quiet song that engrosses one in deep contemplation, yet within it burns the ardent desire of the people to honor their leader with utmost sincerity. This beautiful song of love, "Burning Wish," also instills a hopeful\and exhilarating sentiment, assuring a glorious future for the prosperous DPRK. The enthusiastic response of our compatriots in the South Korea\and overseas to the song sung by the Moranbong Band's female singer signifies the accumulated\and burning wish of our nation. After eagerly awaiting the Messiah (Great Leader) of a reunified country for such a long time, it instills the conviction that we will unite as one, achieve autonomous reunification.

It took me a while to realize the core message of the song, which eluded me: "The victory of DPRK is certain." Whenever I listen to this song, I feel as if I am witnessing the great humanity of Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un,\and directly seeing the robust appearance of the workers  that wholeheartedly embrace\and follow their leader. The song resonates deep in our hearts. The ardent desire of the workers, who entrust their fates\and future entirely to the Supreme Leader, has only one fervent wish, the respected leader’s well-being. The heartfelt passion conveyed by the female singer, who sings with all her might, is as moving as a pure\and humble blooming wild chrysanthemum on the hills of our hometown, uplifting hope like the serene autumn sky.  

The soft melody, as if whispering, how can it evoke such a profound emotion? Gradually, the song surges like a tidal wave, shaking the heart\and becoming a roaring wave, giving strength\and courage to the workers. The song "Burning Wish," fervently sung by the workers throughout the country, unites the people as one. The heartfelt confession of the people, proclaiming that your well-being, our future\and destiny, is as precious as our lives, reflects the harmonious\and cooperative spirit of DPRK society,\where we support\and live together like family members.

The firework announcing the era of Kim Jong Un  

When Chairman of the National Defense Commission suddenly passed away, Western media outlets began pouring out provocative articles as if some drastic political upheaval was about to occur in DPRK, causing unrest. At that time, the invaders went beyond\limits in their attempts to undermine the precious lives of the people\and interfere with the socialist democratic regime chosen by the people. They persistently launched outrageous provocations\and interfered in domestic affairs. The allied Western forces openly demanded the abandonment of nuclear weapons\and mass destruction weapons, as well as the reduction of conventional weapons, engaging in contentious arguments. The determined response of the people to the invaders, who made threats while sugarcoating their demands with statements like "You must change to survive," was resolute: "Do not expect any changesrom us! We will forever uphold the independent stand of Kim Il Sung\and Kim Jong Il\and advance forward." 

On the auspicious morning of the 100th anniversary of the Day of the Sun, Kim Il Sung Square was filled with jubilant celebrants like clouds, creating a harmonious atmosphere. Kim Jong Un, appearing with solemnity on the grandstand of Kim Il Sung Square, which drew intense global attention, delivered a clear\and monumental speech. The speech resonated with the eyes of the world\and the media observing the podium, as it conveyed the electrifying message, "The era in which our enemies gnawed at us with atomic bombs is forever gone." The thunderous cheers\and shouts of the people in response to the speech, akin to a thunderstorm, filled the square with fervor. General Kim, displaying unwavering courage, concluded the speech with the powerful slogan, "Forward, for the ultimate victory!" 

Why are the people fervently enthusiastic?

At that time, the following article was reported in the Rodong Sinmun: "Even amidst the busy schedules of on-site inspections of the frontlines\and efforts to improve the people's economy, the respected leader, on significant occasions, visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun\and expressed profound respect to the great leaders for meticulously decorating the Palace of the Sun as the supreme sacred temple of Juche. When the great leader’s determination to continue the independent diplomatic policy\and self-reliance was reported in the Rodong Sinmun, the support\and cheers of the people soared to the sky,\and their admiration\and trust for the Supreme Commander grew even stronger.

To understand this sentiment in DPRK, we need to pay attention to the achievements that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un has accomplished in the past decade of his leadership. The people entrust their fates\and future entirely to their leader, not for money\or personal fame, but because they consider the well-being of the leader as their "wish"\and the "destiny of DPRK". The workers of DPRK passionately state that the leader's well-being is their absolute belief\and confidence that, with the leader's presence, they will prevail. 

For some unknown reasons, even hostile forces occasionally report on the development in Pyongyang.\where does this astonishing\and great power comerom? The capital city of Pyongyang, with its Future Scientists' Street\and Ryomyong Street, has completed the construction of the Songhwa Residential Complex\and the first phase of the Hwasong Area, truly ushering in a revolutionary transformation. Throughout the country, hundreds of thousands of rural mother homes are being completed,\and the joyful scenes of workers moving in free of charge have been reported. The places that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un visited\and cherished, stating, "We spare no effort for the happiness of the people," were not special places. They were facilities directly related to the people's lives, such as\ordinary residential homes, children's department stores, restaurants for the public to enjoy, educational facilities, theaters for leisure, as well as collective conveniences, farm factories, hospitals,\and food processing plants. 

Moreover, there are cultural\and recreational facilities for the people, such as the Ruengna People's Recreation Ground, the People's Outdoor Ice Rink, Ryukyongwon, Yangduk hot spring resort,\and the Masikryong Ski Resort, which aim to bring happiness to the people. They also value simple things like Mindeleh notebooks\and Sonamu backpacks, etc. to instill a love for the country\and provide proper education to children\and students, laying the foundation for leading the worldrom an early age. How can one describe the dazzling development of factories\and industrial facilities in a\limited space? Today's DPRK can truly be called a society that the world envies, undergoing revolutionary changes. 

A caring\and affectionate figure like a loving father 

Kim Jong Un, president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, who naturally loves\and cares for children, has shown special interest in educational projects for future generations. He instructed the reinforcement of the entire curriculum of secondary general education to align with the country's reality\and global development trends for talent development. He emphasized the importance of education, stating, "Education is a patriotic project for the prosperity\and strength of the country\and the nation's eternal cause,"\and emphasized that the future education system will determine the national power\and the propagation of revolution. 

At some point, a broadcast reported on Kim Jong Un's visit to Jangjedo\and Udo, the strategic zone in the southwestern region, as he sailed on a small boat. The scene of the Supreme Commander resembled a touching moment of parents visiting their beloved children. Marshal Kim Jong Un spent a lot of time with soldiers\and their families, visiting places like the kitchen\and asking about their ages\and favorite foods. It is said that he earnestly urged to provide the soldiers who were carrying out difficult combat missions with good food, emphasizing the importance of feeding them well. Seeing this, it truly warms the heart, like witnessing a caring grandfather who loves his children even when they are far away. 

The Lesson-Taught Conclusion in the Song 

A DPRK song <Burning Wish>

Lyrics by Hwang Sung Ha, Music by Jeong Choon Il (created in 2012)

[lyrics]

On this long night, thinking of our respected leader,

Our hearts follow closely, fervently.

Our destiny, our happiness, relies on our leader,

Morning\and evening, our wish is one: our leader's well-being.

Continuing the love of the leader\and the general,

Always walking the path for the people.

Our destiny, our happiness, relies on our leader,

Millions of sons\and daughters, our wish is one: our leader's well-being.

With that warm person who is close to us, the world is warm,

With that vibrant person who is with us, the future is bright.

Our destiny, our happiness, relies on our leader,

Even the sky\and earth make the same wish: our leader's well-being.

Even the sky\and earth make the same wish: our leader's well-being.

The song vividly captures the unwavering unity\and spirit of DPRK. The invading forces should pay closer attention to the messages conveyed by the DPRK people. This is because DPRK asserts that "when determined, we achieve"\and "we don't speak empty words." In particular, it is especially applicable to the United States\and its followers who are engulfed in excessive superiority. Once the war might be broken out between DPRK\and the United States, the deceptive claim that the annual ROK-US joint military operations they have taken so far on the offensive would be rendered useless. 

The resolute argument\and determination that the inhumane aggression of the coalition forces over nearly 80 years through sanctions, blockades,\and trampling upon the rights of the DPRK people can no longer prevail. The song signifies that there is no one who fears\or avoids the ultimate decisive battle. It embodies the burning resolution to achieve final victory with the words "Look at us." Within such heartfelt emotions, the song "Burning Wish" conveys the earnest wishes of the workers, praying for the well-being of Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un, echoing vigorously in the blue sky of DPRK today. 

By Music Director Chris Joonmoo Lee of Ureuk Symphoy\orchestra

Translated by Editorial Office of KANCC

조선가요 <불타는 소원>

작사 황성하, 작곡 정춘일 (2012년 창작)