Ukranian pop singer flees war, starts new life in Philadelphia

However right here in Philadelphia, Petryk is beginning over.

By her translator Paul Raimar, Petryk says it was very tough leaving her household behind.

“They acquired a name telling them they’d one alternative to depart, so they’d no different selection however to make that call,” stated Rimar.

The 19-year-old paused to gather herself whereas preventing again tears throughout an interview with Motion Information Monday night.

“She says it was tough to see the kids getting off the prepare with simply their mother and never realizing what’s subsequent,” stated Rimar.

Petryk is one in every of greater than 4.5 million individuals who have fled Ukraine since February 24.

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On Monday, the demise toll in Mariupol climbed to roughly 10,000, and the war-torn nation is bracing for continued assault from Russia.

Regardless of the trauma, Petryk continues to make music. She’s planning to signal a distribution deal by means of WHOMAG by the use of Sony Orchard.

“Music is my path and that is what makes me comfortable,” stated Petryk.

Petryk is acting at a profit live performance subsequent month. Proceeds will go to Ukraine aid efforts.