Neka Zivim Kako Zivim

Davor Radolfi's song 'Neka Zivim Kako Zivim' is a poignant reflection on the acceptance of life's imperfections and the inevitability of sorrow. The lyrics convey a sense of resignation and defiance, as the protagonist declares that no one has the right to judge his life choices. He acknowledges that his life is his own, and he has no intention of changing it, even if given the chance. This sentiment is encapsulated in the lines, 'Nitko nema nista s tim, to moj je zivot / Da ga mjenjam nemam s kim i kasno je,' which translate to 'No one has anything to do with it, this is my life / I have no one to change it with, and it's too late.'

The song delves into the themes of pain and fleeting happiness. Radolfi sings about the cyclical nature of sorrow, where one grief is often followed by another, and the transient nature of joy, which only offers brief moments of respite. This is evident in the lines, 'Sto me pitas sto je bol i tuga sto je / Kad za tugom samo nova tuga je,' meaning 'Why do you ask what pain and sorrow are / When only new sorrow follows sorrow.' The imagery of dreams and the bottom of a glass symbolizes the fleeting and often illusory nature of happiness.

Radolfi's lyrics also touch on the idea of living authentically, even if it means embracing both the highs and lows of life. The chorus, 'Neka zivim kako zivim ako dusu tako snidim / Dusu sto je ljubit znala i za druge sebe dala,' translates to 'Let me live as I live if I soothe my soul that way / A soul that knew how to love and gave itself for others.' This suggests a life lived with passion and selflessness, despite the inevitable pain. The song concludes with a sense of acceptance and a hint of melancholy, as the protagonist acknowledges that all he has left are 'a little song and a little wine.'

'Neka Zivim Kako Zivim' is a powerful exploration of the human condition, capturing the essence of resilience, acceptance, and the bittersweet nature of life. Radolfi's emotive delivery and the evocative lyrics make this song a touching ode to living life on one's own terms, despite its inherent challenges.