Niemen, whose real name was Czesław Juliusz Wydrzycki, was one of the most influential and outstanding personalities in the history of Polish music.
He crafted numerous timeless songs that endure, continuing to inspire future generations.
Czesław Niemen. Photo: Grażyna Rutowska/NAC
Friday marks 85 years since he was born on February 16, 1939.
Marcin Matuszewski has this report.
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