Omer i Merima
Saban Saulic · Other Songs - Saban Saulic
Avlijama behar mirisao
u kafani Omer uzdisao
za Merimom sto ga kahvom sluzi
iz oka mu, iz oka mu iskra suza tuzi
Ref.
Sto terzija nisam zvuke da ti mjerim
bazardzija da sam zlatom da te vjerim
hecim da sam gled'o bih ti njedra
oj Merima, oj jabuko jedra
Dodvorila Merima Omera
sljivovicom, cibukom duhana
on je gleda grlo mu se susi
plamti sevdah, plamti sevdah u njegovoj dusi
Ref.
Lako hoda kraj njega Merima
u dusi mu radost i milina
tugaljivo sargija treperi
Omer Mejri, Omer Mejri svaku stopu mjeri
Ref.
u kafani Omer uzdisao
za Merimom sto ga kahvom sluzi
iz oka mu, iz oka mu iskra suza tuzi
Ref.
Sto terzija nisam zvuke da ti mjerim
bazardzija da sam zlatom da te vjerim
hecim da sam gled'o bih ti njedra
oj Merima, oj jabuko jedra
Dodvorila Merima Omera
sljivovicom, cibukom duhana
on je gleda grlo mu se susi
plamti sevdah, plamti sevdah u njegovoj dusi
Ref.
Lako hoda kraj njega Merima
u dusi mu radost i milina
tugaljivo sargija treperi
Omer Mejri, Omer Mejri svaku stopu mjeri
Ref.
Omer i Merima
Saban Saulic's 'Omer i Merima' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the raw emotional depth characteristic of the region's traditional sound. The track exemplifies the genre's focus on pastoral themes and romantic longing, utilizing acoustic instrumentation to evoke the landscapes and stories of the Balkans. As a staple in Saulic's discography, the song reflects the broader cultural heritage of the former Yugoslavia, resonating with audiences who appreciate authentic folk narratives. Its enduring popularity highlights the timeless appeal of music that roots itself in local customs and historical identity, making it a significant work within the regional musical canon.