Neka gori, neka boli
Ljiljana Markovic · Other Songs - Ljiljana Markovic
samo jednom dusa mi uzdisa
i mrzeh te i voleh te ludo
al' te nikad iz srca ne brisah
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Neka gori, neka boli
jer tako je kad se voli
neko uzme, neko daje
ali cesto ti ostaje
da se dvoje zaljubljenih
na ulici ne poznaju
Srce moje jos se tebi nada
ni zaborav nece da te brise
i uzdasi jos stoje duboko
oci mi se suzom prepunise
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Pored mene cesto prodjes srecan
ne gledas me, zar me ne poznajes
uzdasi ce i tebe da sretnu
da sam srecna od drugih kad saznas
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Neka gori, neka boli
Ljiljana Marković's 'Neka gori, neka boli' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav rock, capturing the raw emotional turbulence of the 1970s. The track exemplifies the genre's characteristic blend of poetic lyricism and driving instrumentation, often featuring a prominent electric guitar solo that became a staple of the era's sound. As one of Marković's most celebrated recordings, the song reflects the cultural and social currents of post-war Yugoslavia, resonating deeply with audiences who sought authentic expression through rock music. Its enduring popularity underscores its status as a cornerstone of the region's musical heritage, frequently covered and referenced in subsequent generations of rock artists.