Sto kapiju nisi zatvorio

Lepa Lukic · Other Songs - Lepa Lukic

Sto kapiju nisi dragi
sinoc zatvorio
iz avlije kad si moje
kuci odlazio

Pa me jutros
nana pita ko ti bio
a ja jadna lazem
da je vetar otvorio

Kako 'ceri i vetrovi
po noci duvaju
sto pred ponoc
uvek nasi kerovi zalaju

Znas da nam je nano
sokak ko caira
mozda neko putem ide
pa kerove dira

Ja se secam nano moja
kad sam mala bila
sedela sam na tvom krilu
ti si govorila

Varljive su oci
kosa ista si ti, kako raste
momacka ce srca
polomiti sva

Kad kapiju vidis
da se otvorila
ne krivi me sto si tako
lepu me rodila

Sto kapiju nisi zatvorio

Lepa Leposava Lukić's 'Sto kapiju nisi zatvorio' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the raw emotional depth characteristic of her career. Recorded during the height of her international fame in the 1970s, the song exemplifies the genre's blend of traditional folk melodies with powerful, vocal-driven storytelling. The track explores themes of regret and the passage of time, resonating deeply with audiences across the Balkans and beyond. As a staple of her discography, the recording showcases her distinctive vocal style and remains a celebrated example of the era's musical heritage, often performed live to evoke the same poignant atmosphere that defined her public image.