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: 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

: The title refers to a common rural imagery in Serbian lyrics—falling plums. It serves as a backdrop for a story about a girl waiting for her lover, wondering if his heart is "falling" for someone else just as the fruit falls from the tree. biljana_jevtic_vetar_duva_sljive_opadaju

: You can find the original studio version and various live "Grand Production" performances on YouTube. : Biljana Jevtić is known for her clear,

: 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. : You can find the original studio version

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

"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 .

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