Pjevam i zivim (duet Vladimir Kosic Zec)

Oliver Dragojevic · Other Songs - Oliver Dragojevic

Sjedim sam i razmisljam srca slomljena
sto sam Bogu skrivio
od kad je otisla
a gdje smo sad, zivote moj

Poznata mi tvoja prica, vjeruj, stari moj
slomljena je moja dusa
a sve sam dao njoj
i gdje smo sad, zivote moj

Zbog samo jedne zene
pukla su mastanja
vuku se tamne sjene
i ostala su sjecanja

Ja sam camac u oluji koji trazi spas
jos cuvam i vidim slike
vidim, sreco, nas
a gdje smo sad, zivote moj

Kao da je vrijeme stalo
jos traju nadanja
neki klinci oko tebe, al' tu nisam ja
i gdje smo sad, zivote moj

Ref.
I zato pjevam i zivim
moj zivote, tuzno teces
sto si u srcu ti nikad shvatit' neces
pjesme ljubavne jos su za tebe
i zato, vjeruj mi, jos sam uvijek isti
jos sam onaj pravi
jos sam uvijek samo tvoj

Pjevam i zivim

Oliver Dragojević's 'Pjevam i zivim' stands as a definitive anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the raw emotional landscape of the region through his distinctive vocal style. Recorded as a duet with Vladimir Kosić Zec, the track exemplifies the genre's characteristic blend of traditional instrumentation and profound lyrical depth. The song reflects the cultural identity and collective spirit of the former Yugoslavia, resonating with listeners through its unpretentious yet powerful delivery. As a cornerstone of Dragojević's discography, it remains a timeless representation of folk expression that transcends borders, celebrating the enduring power of song as a vessel for shared heritage and personal narrative.