"Vetar duva, šljive opadaju" (The wind blows, plums are falling) is a popular Serbian folk song performed by , released in 1993 on her album Za tebe sam se rodila .
: Biljana Jevtić is known for her clear, emotional mezzo-soprano voice, which helped make this song a staple at celebrations (slavas) and weddings across the Balkans. Cultural Context biljana_jevtic_vetar_duva_sljive_opadaju
During the early 90s, Biljana Jevtić was one of the biggest stars in Yugoslavia. This song remains one of her "personal identity cards" ( lična karta ), meaning it is the track she is most identified with by the public. How to Enjoy It Today "Vetar duva, šljive opadaju" (The wind blows, plums
: You can find the original studio version and various live "Grand Production" performances on YouTube. This song remains one of her "personal identity
The song is a classic of the "novokomponovana" (newly composed) folk genre, characterized by its upbeat rhythm, accordion-led melody, and lyrics that use nature metaphors to describe themes of love and longing. Key Elements of the Song : 1993 Genre : Folk / Pop-folk
: It is a "kafana" standard. If you are at a Serbian celebration, expect the tempo to pick up and people to dance the kolo when this track plays.