Za ljubav tvoju mladost sam dao
Bora Drljaca · Other Songs - Bora Drljaca
al' ti ljubav drugom dade
kao vetar list sa grane
ti odnese moje nade
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Za ljubav tvoju
mladost sam dao
za lazne reci
ja nisam znao
Prohujase nasi dani
kad smo jedno drugo hteli
prekriveni nocnom tamom
ljubili se i voleli
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Tada si mi obecala
da ces samo moja biti
da ces samo, samo meni
tvoju ljubav pokloniti
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Vrati mi se, obasjaj me
jer mi Sunce ne sja vise
obrisi mi suze s' lica
nek' zaborav bol izbrise
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Za ljubav tvoju mladost sam dao
Bora Đorđević's 'Za ljubav tvoju mladost sam dao' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav pop music, capturing the raw emotion of lost youth and unrequited love. Released in the late 1960s, the track exemplifies the genre's signature blend of romantic melancholy and rhythmic drive, utilizing a distinctive accordion-driven arrangement that became synonymous with the era's sound. The song's enduring popularity stems from its ability to articulate the universal experience of nostalgia and heartbreak, resonating across generations. It remains a cornerstone of Đorđević's discography, frequently cited in retrospectives on the golden age of Balkan pop and influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to capture the specific emotional texture of that period. Its lyrical themes of sacrifice and regret continue to make it a staple in live performances and radio rotations throughout the region.