Oprosti mi pape
Oliver Dragojevic · Other Songs - Oliver Dragojevic
nisu nikad pricali o sebi
rekli su mi ono ca su tili
virova san, stariji su bili
Rekli su mi da si svigdi bija
rekli su mi da si puno pija
rekli su mi ono ca su znali
virova sam jer san bija mali
Oprosti mi pape sve te grube rici
i moj zivot sada na tvoj zivot slici
oprosti mi pape, sad razumin tebe
gledan tvoju sliku gledajuci sebe
Rekli su mi da si zenske jubi
na kartama da si solde gubi
rekli su mi ono ca su znali
virova sam jer san bija mali
Rekli su mi da si sova Boga
rekli su mi prikovise toga
rekli su mi ono ca su znali
virova sam jer san bija mali
Oprosti mi pape sve te grube rici
i moj zivot sada na tvoj zivot slici
oprosti mi pape ca san druge slusa
ja san pape isti jer san zivot kusa
oprosti mi pape, oprosti mi pape
Oprosti mi pape
Oliver Dragojević's 'Oprosti mi pape' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav rock, capturing the raw energy and existential angst of the 1970s. Recorded during the height of his international fame, the track exemplifies his signature style: a fusion of hard rock, blues, and folk elements delivered with a distinctive, gravelly vocal delivery. The song's themes of disillusionment and the search for meaning resonated deeply across the Balkans, becoming a cultural touchstone for a generation. Its enduring power lies not in specific lyrical details but in the visceral emotional impact of the performance itself, cementing Dragojević's legacy as a pivotal figure in post-war European music. The recording remains a critical listen for those exploring the genre's roots and the unique sonic landscape of the former Yugoslavia.