Kad ja podjoh na Bembasu
Himzo Polovina · Other Songs - Himzo Polovina
na Bembasu na vodu
ja povedoh bijelo janje
bijelo janje sa sobom.
Sve djevojke Bembaske
na kapiji stajahu
samo moja mila draga
na demirli pendzeru.
Ja joj je rekoh; dobro vece,
dobro vece, djevojce.
ona meni; do'j, dovece,
do'j dovece, dilberce.
Ja ne dodjoh prvo vece,
vec ja dodjoh sutredan
ali moja mila draga
za drugog se udala.
Kad ja podjoh na Bembasu
Himzo Polovina's 'Kad ja podjoh na Bembasu' stands as a quintessential example of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the rustic charm and emotional depth characteristic of the region's traditional repertoire. The song reflects the genre's focus on pastoral life, seasonal changes, and the timeless connection between the people and their ancestral lands. As a recording from this era, it exemplifies the acoustic storytelling tradition where instruments like the accordion and violin accompany vocal narratives about daily struggles and joys. Polovina's contribution to the catalogue of this style highlights the enduring appeal of such works, which continue to resonate with audiences through their authentic portrayal of rural existence and cultural heritage.