Pjevaj mi sokole
Mate Bulic · Other Songs - Mate Bulic
pjevaj mi, pjevaj, pjevaj, sokole
salaj, sokole
K'o sto si sinoc pjevao
k'o sto si sinoc, sinoc pjevao
salaj, pjevao
Pod moje drage prozorom
pod moje drage, drage prozorom
salaj, prozorom
Moja je draga zaspala
moja je draga, draga zaspala
salaj, zaspala
Studen joj kamen pod glavom
studen joj kamen, kamen pod glavom
salaj, pod glavom
Ja sam joj kamen izmak'o
ja sam joj kamen, kamen izmak'o
salaj, izmak'o
I svoju ruku podmak'o
i svoju ruku, ruku podmak'o
salaj, podmak'o
I desnom rukom milov'o
i desnom rukom, rukom milov'o
salaj, milov'o
About Pjevaj mi sokole
Mate Bulic's "Pjevaj mi sokole" stands as a defining anthem of the Yugoslav folk revival, capturing the spirited energy of traditional Serb wedding music. Recorded in the late 1980s, the track exemplifies the genre's characteristic blend of acoustic instrumentation and powerful vocal delivery, often featuring the distinctive "sokole" refrain that calls upon eagles as symbols of freedom and national pride. As a staple of the era's folk scene, the song reflects the cultural optimism and communal celebration inherent in Balkan traditions, resonating deeply with audiences who value authentic regional sounds. Its enduring popularity underscores Bulic's role in preserving and popularizing this specific musical heritage, making it a cherished reference point for those interested in the history of Yugoslav folk music and its evolution into a broader cultural phenomenon.