Moj je zivot rusevina
Kemal Malovcic · Other Songs - Kemal Malovcic
Ja sam snove ostavio
u kafani punoj tuge
ja sam srce poklonio
zenama sto vole druge
(2x)
Ref. 2x
Moj je zivot casa vina
ispijena sve do dna
moj je zivot rusevina
sve zbog tebe jedina
Ja sam mladost ostavio
u kafani punoj dima
ja sam brzo ostario
sve zbog tuge u ocima
(2x)
Ref. 4x
u kafani punoj tuge
ja sam srce poklonio
zenama sto vole druge
(2x)
Ref. 2x
Moj je zivot casa vina
ispijena sve do dna
moj je zivot rusevina
sve zbog tebe jedina
Ja sam mladost ostavio
u kafani punoj dima
ja sam brzo ostario
sve zbog tuge u ocima
(2x)
Ref. 4x
Moj je zivot rusevina
This track by the legendary Yugoslav singer Kemal Malović stands as a defining anthem of the region's folk revival. Released during the late 1980s, the song captures the raw emotional depth characteristic of his work, blending traditional Serbian folk melodies with a modern vocal delivery that resonated across the former Yugoslavia. The lyrics, which translate to 'My life is a Russian wine,' metaphorically explore themes of resilience, hardship, and the enduring spirit of the people. As one of his most recognizable recordings, it exemplifies the genre's ability to fuse cultural heritage with contemporary expression, cementing Malović's status as a pivotal figure in Balkan music history.