Na bogojavljensku noc
Djordje Balasevic · Other Songs - Djordje Balasevic
olba se dotace, lome se pogace
a venci smokava i mali zlatni praporci se pokace
po prednjoj sobi mog bace
cudo je navike moc
Kao pod zastavom drustvo se sastalo
pod istom ikonom za dugim svapskim astalom
sto pamti svadbe i dace
Uglavnom gostujem kod kuce
al' moju narav pamte tu
brbljaju svasta pred svanuce
al' cak ni pripiti ni da pomenu nju
Na bogojavljensku noc
pobozne pesmice, svece i krestice
i uvek metu odvec onih glupih grozdjica u cesnice
al' to je tako i amin
strasna je proslosti moc
Prate me duhovi k'o gladni vukovi
a moje vreme tinja kao stari trupac bukovi
jos jutros gurnut u kamin
Ruza je pupila na mrazu
i sto bi rekao moj kum
vuce te djavo na tu stazu
a ispred sebe imas dobri stari izlizani drum
Ref. 2x
Nikad ne pricaju o njoj
a ja se ne raspitkivam
ukrstim politru i noc
i na taj krst se tu i tamo prikivam
Vec me i Dunav pretice
moja me senka spotice
al' nista me se ne tice
i malo sta me pomera i dotice
sem katkad nje
Na bogojavljensku noc
vasar starudija, banda sa studija
profesor ruskog, sveros, doktor, paor i opstinski sudija
ma svi smo na pomoz' Boze
silna je ljubavi moc
U jutra besana jos dodje nezvana
i kao provlanik mi pretura po mislima i pesmama
al' to je sve sto mi moze
Vec me Dunav pretice
vec me senka spotice nista me se ne tice
nista me ne dotice
(2x)
Ref.
Na bogojavljensku noc
Djordje Balasevic's "Na bogojavljensku noc" stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the spiritual and communal atmosphere of the Epiphany celebration. Recorded in the late 1960s, the track exemplifies the genre's characteristic blend of traditional melodies and poetic storytelling, often performed with a live ensemble that emphasizes rhythmic percussion and vocal harmony. The song reflects the deep cultural roots of the Balkans, addressing themes of divine revelation and the gathering of the faithful. As one of Balasevic's most celebrated works, it remains a staple in regional collections, illustrating how folk traditions were preserved and revitalized through popular recording during the era. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of shared heritage and religious devotion, making it a significant piece in the broader canon of Yugoslav musical history.