Zivim sama
Lepa Lukic · Other Songs - Lepa Lukic
svoj sam zivot tebi dala
ali ti ne rece hvala
mili moj, mili moj
Cekam dugo, dugo
i ne zelim nista drugo
samo tebe, moja tugo
osmeh tvoj, osmeh tvoj
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Zar se zaboravlja
ono sto smo bili juce
pa te danas srce vuce
samo njoj, samo njoj
samo njoj, mili moj
Zar sam bez imena
u toj prici sto se brise
samo jedna zena vise
samo broj, samo broj
samo broj, mili moj
Vreme tece, tece
smenjuju se jutro, vece
jos me ista rana pece
ljubav ta, ljubav ta
Nikad necu moci
da prebolim nase noci
a kako je u samoci
srce zna, srce zna
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Zivim sama
Lepa Brena's 'Zivim sama' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav folk music, capturing the essence of solitary resilience through its haunting melody and emotive delivery. Recorded in the late 1960s, the track became a cultural touchstone, reflecting the personal struggles and quiet strength of the female experience within the genre. Its enduring popularity stems from the raw authenticity of Brena's voice and the song's ability to transcend specific lyrical details, resonating with listeners across generations. As a cornerstone of her discography, the recording exemplifies the traditional folk style that blended indigenous rhythms with modern sensibilities, influencing countless subsequent artists in the region. The song remains a powerful representation of the era's musical landscape, celebrated for its emotional depth and timeless appeal.