is a prominent folk song performed by Nedeljko Bilkić , a renowned figure in traditional Balkan music. The song is the title track of his 1997 studio album, released through the major Yugoslavian label PGP RTS . Song Background and Production
Nedeljko Bilkić - Potrošio jedan život | [Official Music Audio] Nedeljko Bilkic - Potrosio jedan zivot
: Orchestrated by Branimir Đokić , a famous accordionist and conductor often associated with high-quality folk productions. is a prominent folk song performed by Nedeljko
Muzika: Nedeljko Bilkić Tekst: Miodrag Ž. Ilić Aranžman: Branimir Đokić Label and copyright: PGP RTS Follow PGP-RTS on Spotify: YouTube·PGP RTS Muzika: Nedeljko Bilkić Tekst: Miodrag Ž
Lyrically, the song translates to carrying a melancholic and reflective tone typical of mature Balkan folk music. It explores themes of passing time, personal nostalgia, and the emotional weight of a life lived. Bilkić's vocal delivery is rooted in the Sevdalinka tradition—a soulful Bosnian musical style known for its "sevdah" (emotional yearning)—which he began performing early in his career after growing up in Bugojno.
The track reflects Bilkić's mastery of the folk genre, characterized by emotive storytelling and traditional arrangements. : Written by Miodrag Ž. Ilić . Composition : Music composed by Nedeljko Bilkić himself.