People's Artist of Russia Larisa Dolina has declared that she will continue performing on stage only for as long as her voice remains intact, addressing questions about her eventual retirement.
Speaking in comments reported by the Russian news outlet National News Service, the singer of the hit song Weather in the House explained that she has no interest in her age and intends to sing while her voice continues to sound properly.
Dolina stated that she would step down as soon as she notices herself failing to hit correct notes or finds that her voice has begun to vibrate incorrectly. She acknowledged that ending her career on stage would be difficult for her, but maintained that she would make the exit when those vocal changes occur.
Career Background and Achievements
Dolina is a prominent Russian jazz and pop singer whose performing career began in the Soviet era and spans more than five decades. She is best known across the country for her signature 1996 pop hit Weather in the House, a song that cemented her status as a mainstream music icon. Her contributions to the performing arts earned her the official title of People's Artist of Russia, one of the highest state honors awarded to cultural figures in the country.
Throughout her long career, Dolina has performed across major concert venues and television broadcasts in Russia, building a reputation for technical precision and vocal discipline. In addition to her pop releases, she has maintained an extensive repertoire as a jazz vocalist and music educator.
Apartment Fraud Controversy
Her recent comments on her career follow a series of public statements regarding a high-profile financial scandal. Dolina previously compared herself to Mary Magdalene when speaking about an incident in which she fell victim to scammers and lost her apartment under fraudulent manipulation.
Addressing the real estate fraud, the singer described the ordeal as a trial sent to her by God and complained that she had been turned into a scapegoat during the public fallout from the scheme.
