Daj Boze daj
Seki Turkovic · Other Songs - Seki Turkovic
da ostanem mlad kao sto sam
da najlepse zene ljube samo mene
da popijem vazdan i postanem gazda
Ref. 2x
Spiasi me, spasi me
kad nesreca vreba
i da imam para koliko mi treba
Daj Boze daj, daj Boze daj
kad podjem na put da ne budem ljut
i da stignem zivo kud sam naumio
kad svi ljudi pridju da me zaobidju
Ref. 2x
Daj Boze daj, daj Boze daj
necu nikad glup da mi drug
necu mnogo para i zenu sto vara
cuvaj me od rana i raznih dusmana
Ref. 2x
Daj Boze daj
Seki Turković's "Daj Boze daj" stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the raw emotional depth characteristic of the region's traditional sound. Recorded in the mid-1980s, the track exemplifies the genre's fusion of acoustic instrumentation with poignant vocal delivery, often exploring themes of faith, longing, and the complexities of rural life. Turković's distinctive voice and storytelling approach helped elevate this style to international recognition during the breakup of Yugoslavia, influencing a generation of folk and world music artists. The song remains a staple in the repertoire of those seeking an authentic auditory connection to the Balkan cultural heritage, celebrated for its timeless melody and unadorned lyrical honesty.