While the title sounds martial, the song is a whimsical and imaginative play-acting anthem that transforms everyday nature and household items into a grand adventure. The Heart of the Song: Imaginative Play

Леви-десни, леви-десни, ще вървим напред! (x2) Left-right, left-right, we will march forward!

Имаме си кончета — от върбови клончета. (x2) We have our little horses—made of willow branches.

The song's longevity is partly due to its use in Bulgarian kindergartens to teach basic motor skills, rhythm, and the concept of "left and right". In recent years, it has seen a massive resurgence through high-quality animated versions on platforms like YouTube . The Best Bulgarian Songs For Children - Spotify

Instead of real rifles, the little soldiers carry "rifles made of bulrush stems" ( пушки от папура дръжки ).

Леви-десни, леви-десни, ще вървим напред! (x2) Left-right, left-right, we will march forward! Cultural Significance & Modern Renditions

This imagery reflects a time when toys were crafted from what was available in the yard or the forest, celebrating creativity and the outdoors. Lyrics (Bulgarian and English Translation)

They don't ride powerful warhorses, but "horses made of willow branches" ( кончета от върбови клончета ).