Cesarica
Oliver Dragojevic · Other Songs - Oliver Dragojevic
dosli su u njene dvore
da bi moju jubav budili
Svitlo nek' joj ljubi lice
lipo ka' u cesarice
kad je ja ne mogu jubiti
Zlatna mriza njenog tila
dusu mi je uvatila
da je baci nazad u more
Svake noci prije zore
dolazim u njene dvore
bile dvore moje pokore
Ref.
Cilega zivota ja san
tija samo nju
da do njenog srca nadjem put
Cilega zivota moje tilo
je bez nje
ka' cvice bez vode
Cesarica
Oliver Dragojević's 'Cesarica' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, blending traditional klapa harmonies with a driving, rhythmic structure that propelled him to international fame. Recorded in the late 1980s, the track exemplifies the genre's fusion of Balkan folk melodies with modern pop sensibilities, becoming a staple of his discography. The song's infectious energy and distinctive vocal delivery cemented Dragojević's status as a leading figure in the region's musical landscape during the 1990s. Beyond its commercial success, 'Cesarica' remains a cultural touchstone, widely recognized for its role in popularizing the klapa style globally and influencing subsequent generations of folk musicians across the former Yugoslavia.