Cvati, ruzo moja
Zora Dubljevic · Other Songs - Zora Dubljevic
Cvati, ruzo moja, uspomeno mila
aj, stoput sam te suzama zalila
ljubec' oko garavo, garavo i plavo
al' ne znadoh sta me je cekalo
Znas li, ruzo moja, kad sam te savila
aj, garavo sam oko zavolila
okusila cemera, cemera i meda
pa se srce umiriti ne da
Plavo me je oko, pogledalo slatko
aj, dok se nisam zaljubila jako
a kada sam ljubila u najvecoj mjeri
i plavo me oko iznevjeri
Sad mi zbogom ostaj, ruzice rumena
aj, ljubav nam je svu radost uzela
na mom srcu, ruzice, ostadose rane
a na tvom se osusile grane
Cvati, ruzo moja
Zora Dubljević's 'Cvati, ruzo moja' stands as a quintessential example of the sevdalinka tradition, blending lyrical depth with a haunting melodic structure. Recorded in the Yugoslav folk and pop sphere, the track exemplifies the genre's characteristic focus on themes of longing, lost love, and the passage of time. Dubljević's vocal delivery captures the emotional resonance typical of this regional style, resonating with listeners through its evocative phrasing and traditional instrumentation. As part of her broader discography, the song reflects the enduring appeal of sevdalinka in the Balkans, serving as a poignant reminder of the genre's cultural significance and its ability to transcend specific eras to connect with audiences across generations.