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: A genre of "criminal songs" (often called Blatnyak ) that romanticizes the life of the convict, focusing on themes of betrayal, fate, and the cruelty of the state. On Blatnoy

: Prisoners who openly collaborate with administration, often serving as workers or informants. The symbolism and meanings behind

: The majority of the population; non-professional criminals who follow the rules to survive but do not hold authority. focusing on themes of betrayal