Composed by Zbigniew Hołdys with lyrics by Andrzej Mogielnicki , the song first appeared on Żytkowiak's album Jestem tylko dziewczyną .

Ralph Kaminski 's (released in 2021) is a cover of a 1970s hit that serves as the lead single for Łukasz Grzegorzek's film "Moje wspaniałe życie" . Originally performed by Halina Żytkowiak in 1978, Kaminski’s version strips back the original's instrumentation to highlight the song's melancholic, introspective core . Musical and Cinematic Context

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Critics often note that Kaminski’s decision to cover a lesser-known 70s track fits his established aesthetic of "retro-modern" nostalgia. By choosing a song from that era, he bridges the gap between the film's contemporary setting and the timeless nature of emotional burnout.

The song validates the need for a brief emotional release—those "five minutes"—to cope with the hidden pressures of daily life. Critical Reception

While others have hobbies, old letters, or pets to get them through hard times, the narrator feels they have "nothing".

Kaminski delivers a vocal performance that feels like a private confession, emphasizing the "five minutes of tears" that everyone needs during "unlucky empty days". Lyric Analysis: "Five Minutes of Tears"