Style of Music: Cabaret musical, Chicago-era jazz, 120–130 BPM, minor-major hybrid, theatrical, dramatic yet playful, big band swing feel with cabaret intimacy. Instrumentation: Upright bass (walking bass line), drum kit with brushes and snare rimshots, piano with stride and glissando accents, muted trumpet (growly, plunger-style), trombone slides, vibraphone for shimmer, optional violin for dramatic fills. Add a cabaret-style cymbal swell and occasional finger snaps. Vocal Style: Male baritone lead with theatrical delivery — part crooner, part narrator; slight growl on dramatic words, clear diction for storytelling. Chorus vocals: small ensemble (3 voices) — rich harmonies on “Барон” lines, echo-back on “ночной хозяин крыш”. Mood: Charismatic, slightly melancholic, grandiose but self-aware; the cat is a star, a tragic hero, and a showman at once. Structure: Intro (instrumental, muted trumpet melody + walking bass) → Verse 1 → Verse 2 → Chorus (ensemble on “Барон - Барон”) → Verse 3 →