Jedan od onih života...
Đorđe Balašević · 1993
44 min · 9 tracks · folk music
A reflective tapestry of folk-infused melodies interwoven with poignant storytelling and rich emotional landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ja luzer? — The opening track sets the tone with its candid exploration of personal identity and societal expectations, blending humor and melancholy seamlessly.
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Portret mog života — This song encapsulates Balašević's lyrical prowess as it paints a vivid portrait of life's complexities through introspective storytelling.
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Čovek sa mesecom u očima — The closing track serves as an emotional crescendo, merging haunting melodies with profound reflections on dreams and disillusionment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's storytelling and varied pacing create an engaging experience, though it remains rooted in familiar folk traditions.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, allowing for a narrative style that enhances the storytelling aspect.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative reflections on life
- bittersweet emotional storytelling
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Jedan od onih života...' was released in 1993, Đorđe Balašević had already established himself as a prominent figure in Yugoslav music, following his breakthrough album 'Rani Mraz' in 1982. This album marked a significant point in his career, showcasing his signature blend of folk rock and pop while navigating the complex socio-political landscape of the region during and after the Yugoslav wars.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bajaga i Instruktori· Oliver Dragojević· Goran Bregović
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ja luzer? 4:30
- 2 The last march 4:18
- 3 Krivi smo mi 4:47
- 4 Posvađana pesma 4:21
- 5 Dan posle ponedeljka 4:25
- 6 Provincijalka 4:49
- 7 Portret mog života 4:25
- 8 Stari laloški vals 5:54
- 9 Čovek sa mesecom u očima 6:35
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