Cini ti se grmi

Zdravko Colic's song 'Cini ti se grmi' delves into the emotional turmoil of a breakup, juxtaposed with apocalyptic imagery. The lyrics begin with a series of reflections on the relationship, marked by a sense of inevitability and resignation. The phrases 'Kao prvo da kucnem u drvo' (First, let me knock on wood) and 'Kao drugo trajalo je dugo' (Second, it lasted long) suggest a ritualistic recounting of the relationship's timeline, acknowledging its longevity but also its end. The line 'Odlazis, na srecu prezivecu' (You are leaving, luckily I will survive) encapsulates the bittersweet acceptance of the breakup, hinting at resilience despite the emotional pain.

The chorus introduces a dramatic shift, with the repeated lines 'Cini ti se grmi, Cini ti se sijeva' (It seems to you that it thunders, It seems to you that it flashes) evoking a sense of chaos and destruction. This apocalyptic imagery, 'Izgore planeta, Bice propast svijeta' (The planet burns, It will be the end of the world), serves as a metaphor for the emotional devastation of the breakup. The casual dismissal of the world's end, 'A svijet nek propadne, Nije neka steta' (Let the world collapse, It's no big deal), underscores the depth of the personal loss, suggesting that the end of the relationship feels as catastrophic as the end of the world.

In the second verse, Colic continues to explore the emotional landscape of the breakup. The plea 'Kao cetvrto mi srce ne lomi' (Fourth, don't break my heart) and the acknowledgment 'Nije to do tebe ni do mene' (It's not about you or me) reflect a mature understanding that sometimes relationships end due to circumstances beyond control. The line 'To je losa godina za zaljubljene' (It's a bad year for lovers) adds a touch of fatalism, suggesting that external factors have conspired against the relationship. This blend of personal and universal themes makes 'Cini ti se grmi' a poignant reflection on love, loss, and the feeling of living through tumultuous times.