Nocas sam tuzan, ciganko moja
Toma Zdravkovic · Other Songs - Toma Zdravkovic
zapevaj mi jednu pa mi rane leci
pa raspleti kosu, o ciganko moja
nek mi mladost prodje kad muzika svira
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O mladosti, zasto prolazis
hej starosti, brzo dolazis
Ja nikoga nemam da mi rane leci
ni majku ni oca, o ciganko moja
pa zasto da zivim, niko me ne voli
violina jeca, a srce me boli
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Ja nikoga nemam, samo tvoje oci
sto gledaju tuzno kad se zora radja
nek mi mladost prodje bez suza u oku
jer je davno moja potonula ladja
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Nocas sam tuzan, ciganko moja
Toma Zdravković's 'Nocas sam tuzan, ciganko moja' stands as a quintessential example of Yugoslav folk music, blending traditional themes with a distinct regional flavor. The song captures the essence of the gypsy lifestyle, portraying the wanderer's sorrow and resilience through a melodic structure characteristic of the genre. Recorded during the era when such folk traditions were central to Yugoslav cultural identity, the track reflects the artistic contributions of Zdravković, who helped preserve and popularize these narratives. Its enduring appeal lies in its authentic storytelling and the emotional depth of its performance, making it a significant work within the broader canon of Yugoslav folk recordings.