Na livadi, na serdzadi
Zaim Imamovic · Other Songs - Zaim Imamovic
pod jabukom zelenom
momce sjedi, sunce gledi
na zapadu rumenom
Kraj momceta crnooka
od sad uzdise
rujne su joj usne zedne
poljubaca medenih
Pitala ga stara majka
za kim tvoja dusa mre
za djevojkom crnookom
nestacu ti, majko, mlad
Na livadi, na serdzadi
Zaim Imamović's 'Na livadi, na serdzadi' stands as a quintessential example of Yugoslav folk music, blending traditional Bosnian melodies with a poignant, melancholic tone. The song captures the essence of rural life and deep emotional longing, characteristic of the region's rich musical heritage. Recorded during the height of Yugoslav folk revival, the track exemplifies the genre's ability to weave local dialects and historical narratives into universally resonant compositions. Imamović's delivery is marked by a raw, unadorned authenticity that has cemented his status as a key figure in preserving and performing this cultural legacy. The piece remains a staple in collections of Balkan folk, reflecting the enduring power of its storytelling and the specific atmospheric qualities of the era in which it was created.