Bila je jesen
Oliver Dragojevic · Other Songs - Oliver Dragojevic
i brijest zanesen
nad ruzicnjakom stada
Bijese manevar
trka kroz sevar
i miris vinograda
I ti u lozi
u gresnoj pozi
savinjagama kika
O breskve glatke
o rijeci slatke
k'o zrela tamjanika
Ref.
Negdje su rikali bikovi od gvozdja
i neko pisase krvlju po svom rupcu
a mi smo sisali zlatno puce grozdja
k'o da je svijeta spas
u nasem poljupcu
Bila je jesen
i brijest zanesen
i mi na zlatnoj brezi
Zesce no ikad
sa svih cuvika
kliktahu mitraljezi
Proljece sada je
laste i cvijece
i premda drugu volim
Tu sliku zarku
san ili varku
nikako da prebolim
Bila je jesen
Bila je jesen
Oliver Dragojević's 'Bila je jesen' stands as a defining anthem of Yugoslav rock, capturing the melancholic spirit of the late 1960s and early 1970s. The track exemplifies his signature style, blending poetic lyricism with a driving, rhythmic guitar sound that became synonymous with the era's youth culture. As one of his most celebrated compositions, the song transcends its specific historical moment to remain a powerful expression of longing and introspection. Its enduring popularity reflects Dragojević's mastery in crafting music that resonates deeply with listeners, establishing him as a pivotal figure in the region's musical landscape. The recording serves not merely as a hit but as a cultural touchstone, illustrating the unique fusion of rock and poetry that characterized his work.
