Otkud tebe da se setim
Jasar Ahmedovski · Other Songs - Jasar Ahmedovski
u kafani pio s njima
pevao sam, pa sam stao
u mislima odlutao
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Otkud tebe da se setim
otkud to, kad nisam hteo
jos te ima u mom srcu
jos te nisam preboleo
Sve te zene posle tebe
imale su dusu, stila
al' jedina prava ljubav
znaj, jedina, ti si bila
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Secanja mi dusu lome
pred ocima slika tvoja
sve sto imam ja bih dao
samo da si opet moja
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Otkud tebe da se setim
Jasar Ahmedovski's 'Otkud tebe da se setim' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the raw emotional depth characteristic of the region's post-war musical landscape. The track exemplifies the genre's traditional storytelling, blending acoustic instrumentation with lyrics that explore themes of longing and separation. As a cornerstone of the artist's discography, the recording reflects the cultural identity and lyrical traditions of the Balkans, resonating deeply with audiences who appreciate authentic folk expressions. Its enduring popularity underscores its role not merely as a song, but as a cultural artifact that continues to evoke the specific melancholic atmosphere associated with the era and the region.