Ako Odes

Zeljko Bebek's song 'Ako Odes' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of a broken heart. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man grappling with the pain of lost love. The opening lines, 'Noæas moje molbe nebo ne èuje, duša mi je prazna ko da umire,' set a somber tone, expressing a sense of abandonment and emptiness. The imagery of the sky not hearing his pleas and his soul feeling lifeless underscores the depth of his despair.

The song continues to explore the protagonist's anguish as he realizes that his former lover is now with someone else. The lines 'noæas drugi spava na tvom ramenu a na mome dlanu zvijezde umiru' poignantly capture the contrast between her new relationship and his ongoing suffering. The metaphor of stars dying in his palm suggests that his dreams and hopes are fading away, further emphasizing his sense of loss.

In the chorus, Bebek conveys the paradoxical nature of his pain. He thought that distance would lessen his heartache, but instead, it has intensified his feelings. 'Mislio sam ako odeš da æe manje biti boli, al uzalud što si dalje mene srce više boli' reveals the cruel irony that the further she is, the more his heart aches. This powerful sentiment resonates with anyone who has experienced the lingering pain of unrequited love, making 'Ako Odes' a poignant and relatable ballad.