A ferryman ( podariul ) demands a gold coin ( un zlot ) to carry them across.
The song is a pillar of Romanian folklore, famously popularized by Maria Tănase . The lyrics tell the story of a traveler attempting to cross the Olt river with his beloved: gabi_si_remus_ma_dusei_sa_trec_la_olt
Gabi și Remus’s rendition has gained traction on digital platforms: A ferryman ( podariul ) demands a gold