Jedan stari kontrabas
Najbolji Hrvatski Tamburasi (Zlatni Dukati) · Other Songs - Najbolji Hrvatski Tamburasi (Zlatni Dukati)
izgubio dobar glas
obis'o je sve kavane
sve bircuze i mejane
lutao je svud po svijetu
i po kisi, i po snijegu
veselio mnoge snase
kartarose i birtase
Svirali ga begesari
nekad mladi, nekad stari
sipali su u njeg' vina
spricer piva i rakije
a beges k'o svaki beges
samo svira i tuguje
Ali jedan lipi sokac
crni Mata iz Stitara
uz'o beges pod svoj ajer
naglanc'o ga k'o fijaker
skinuo mu staru zicu
promijenio kobilicu
naglanc'o mu sve civije
pa se beges samo smije
I sad Mata cuva beges
miluje ga k'o djevojku
jos kad netko sale radi
mlatne banku ili stotku
pa da vidis moj djerdane
svira beges dok ne svane
Jedan stari kontrabas
Najbolji Hrvatski Tamburasi (Zlatni Dukati) deliver a poignant reflection on musical heritage with "Jedan stari kontrabas." As a prominent ensemble within the Yugoslav folk tradition, the group is celebrated for preserving the rich sounds of Croatian tamburitza orchestras. This recording highlights the deep, resonant tones of the double bass, an instrument often central to the rhythmic foundation of the genre. The track exemplifies the group's ability to blend traditional instrumentation with emotive storytelling, capturing the spirit of rural life and enduring cultural identity. Their broader discography includes beloved anthems and regional favorites that have resonated with audiences across the Balkans. Through this work, the artists continue to honor the legacy of folk music, ensuring that the distinctive timbre of the tambura and its accompanying instruments remains a vital part of the region's sonic landscape.