This is the 590th most frequent Russian word.
путь
The Russian word "путь" means "path," "way," or "journey."
The word 'путь' is used here to signify a physical road or way.
Этот путь ведёт к городу.
This path leads to the city.
In this sentence, 'путь' represents a metaphorical journey or life choice.
Каждый человек выбирает свой путь в жизни.
Every person chooses their own path in life.
Although not the word 'путь', a phrase referencing 'let it be' derives its verbal root conceptually related to paths of occurrence.