Bog i Hrvati
Thompson · Other Songs - Thompson
najljepsu zemlju pod nebom
prosulo sunce cudesni sjaj
na zemlju sto bjese k'o raj
Ooo, zemlja k'o raj
ooo, cudesni sjaj
Prvog nam kralja pomaza Bog
i dao mu blagoslov svoj
da vodi svoj narod kroz trnje i led
zakon da vlada i red
Ooo, trnje i led
ooo, zakon i red
Ref.
A narod k'o narod lako ga prevari zlo
i komad po komad on gubi to sveto tlo
Svevisnjeg bijes, puce k'o grom
i zakloni Sunce sto sjalo je narodu mom
Svevisnjeg bijes, puce k'o grom
i nikada, nikada mira u narodu mom
narodu mom
Kroz bespuca proslosti trpise Bog
i putem ih odvede zlo
on ceka da cuje molitve glas
da udijeli nadu i spas
Ref.
Macevi su sjekli andjele i svece
bune su se guĊĦile krikovima djece
poslanicko ropstvo pet stoljeca tuge
boljsevicka neman radjala je sluge
Palile su silne vatre domove i sela
gonilo je more kamen prkos zemlja cijela
probodenih srca i nevine krvi
koji nisu krivi padali su prvi
prodane duse za lazni sjaj
prolise suze zemlji k'o raj
Gospine suze brisao Bog
ne placi kraljice naroda mog
nek' odbace zlo u duboki vir
vratit cu zemlju i dat cu im mir
Ref.
Uslisi molitve narodu Bog
ugasi vatru i dim
vrati joj staru slavu i sjaj
zemlji sto bjese k'o raj
Al' opet se nad nas nadvilo zlo
vreba i ceka svoj cas
cuje li narod povijesti glas
samo u Bogu je spas
Bog i Hrvati
Thompson's "Bog i Hrvati" stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the emotional resonance of the region's complex history. The track exemplifies the genre's characteristic blend of traditional instrumentation and poignant storytelling, reflecting themes of faith, identity, and the shared heritage of the Balkans. Released during a period of intense cultural expression, the song resonated deeply with audiences across the former Yugoslavia, becoming a staple in folk festivals and private gatherings alike. Its enduring popularity highlights Thompson's mastery in weaving historical narrative into accessible, melodic structures that continue to inspire new generations of musicians. The recording remains a testament to the power of folk music to unite people through shared cultural memories and spiritual reflection.