"" (I have a good soul and it's not good) is a popular Romanian folk song and the title of a 2018 studio album by Roberta Crintea . A soloist with the prestigious Ansamblul Artistic Profesionist "Doina Gorjului" , Crintea is a recognized voice in traditional Oltenian music. Song Meaning and Themes
: The recording involved celebrated conductors such as Sebastian Roșca and Aurel Blondea .
The song explores the emotional toll of kindness and honesty in a world often driven by deceit and self-interest.
The song remains one of the most viewed and appreciated in her repertoire, often shared by fans as a reflection of their own life struggles.
: Despite the themes of loss and pain, the artist uses the song to connect with her audience's shared real-life experiences of heartbreak and disappointment. Musical Production
The album was a high-profile production within the Romanian folk genre:
: The title reflects the central lament—that having a "good soul" or being too giving can lead to suffering and being taken advantage of.
The album includes 22 tracks that further explore themes of youth, motherhood, and folk traditions: Nu-S Bogată, n-Am Avere (I am not rich, I have no fortune) Tinerețea Mea Grăbită (My hurried youth) Ești Darul De La Dumnezeu (You are the gift from God) Puiul Mamii Drag (Mother's dear child) Doamne, Cât Am Pătimit (Lord, how much I have suffered)