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The song's title, is Bulgarian slang that roughly translates to a "banger" or something highly impressive/stunning.

The chorus includes the repetitive, rhythmic hook "Ти, ти си яка тупалка" (You, you are a real banger), which solidified the song as a staple in Bulgarian nightlife. Cultural Impact

It is the title track of his 2009 album, Tupalka (Live) . Production Team: Music & Arrangement: Tsvetan Spasov and Georgi Kurtev. Lyrics: Rosen Dimitrov. Music Video Director: Ivaylo Spasov. Lyrics & Theme

The single was officially released on June 30, 2009.

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