Kazes da ti nekad izgledam k'o Dunav
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izgledam k'o Dunav
stizem mutan, nepoznat i sam
oko mene svud ravnica
tudje zemlje, tudja lica
Prosli dani, svjetla u daljini
tuga, radost, istina i laz
ljudi cudni i smijesni
ljudi sretni i grijesni
I ne trazi da budem ti robom
i ne spremaj mi zamke i okov
jer ja rusim sve brane pred sobom
uvijek nastavljam sam svojim tokom
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Hej, slobodo, lijepa ptico
hej, zivote, slatka tajno
hej, daljine, dalje hajd'mo
sve do Crnog Mora
koje znaci kraj
Kazes da ti nekad
izgledam k'o Dunav
stizem mutan, nepoznat i sam
nosim miris planina
miris zita i vina
I ne trazi da budem ti robom
i ne spremaj mi zamke i okov
jer ja rusim sve brane pred sobom
uvijek nastavljam sam svojim tokom
Ref.
Kazes da ti nekad izgledam k'o Dunav
Zdravko Čolić's 'Kazes da ti nekad izgledam k'o Dunav' stands as a quintessential example of Yugoslav pop-rock, blending romantic melancholy with the band's signature acoustic guitar-driven sound. Released during the height of Čolić's international fame, the track captures the emotional vulnerability characteristic of his discography, often exploring themes of unrequited love and the passage of time. The song's enduring appeal lies in its melodic simplicity and Čolić's distinctive vocal delivery, which has cemented it as a staple in the repertoire of fans across the Balkans. As a recording from this era, it reflects the specific musical atmosphere of the 1980s Yugoslav scene, where Čolić became a cultural icon. The composition remains a powerful testament to the artist's ability to translate personal sentiment into universal musical expression, ensuring its place in the canon of regional pop history.