Ona spava

Zdravko Colic's song "Ona spava" is a poignant and melancholic ballad that delves into themes of loss, grief, and eternal rest. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who is no longer alive, as indicated by the repeated phrase "ona spava" (she sleeps). This sleep is not a temporary rest but a permanent state, symbolizing death. The imagery used in the song, such as stars, grass, and silence, evokes a sense of peace and finality, contrasting with the pain and sorrow felt by those left behind.

The song's verses describe the irrevocable nature of her absence. Phrases like "nikad vise snene oci" (never again sleepy eyes) and "nikad vise crne kose" (never again black hair) emphasize the permanence of her departure. The repetition of these lines underscores the depth of the loss and the void it has created. The mention of her bare feet that will no longer carry her suggests a life cut short, a journey ended prematurely.

Colic further intensifies the emotional weight of the song by calling for a cessation of all sounds and movements that could disturb her rest. He asks for the silencing of bells, the shooting of birds, and the binding of seas, creating a world where nothing disrupts her eternal sleep. This plea for silence and stillness highlights the respect and reverence for the deceased, as well as the profound impact of her loss on the living. The repeated refrain "pustite je neka spava" (let her sleep) serves as a final, heartfelt request for peace and tranquility for the departed soul.