Prođi Me Se
by Ivo Pattiera
Summary
"Prođi Me Se" is a heartfelt song about letting go of a relationship. The singer reflects on his feelings of being like the sea, unpredictable and not meant to be trusted.
Full Analysis
The overall theme centers on the need for freedom and the complexity of love. The singer urges his partner to move on and find peace elsewhere, expressing a mix of vulnerability and self-awareness. He compares himself to the sea, beautiful but unreliable. This metaphor highlights the struggle between love and the realization that sometimes, it's best to let go.
Verse 1
Još ti nije kasno, još ti je na vrime
Okani se mene, šta će ti moj svit
Ja san ka' i vapor, samo čekan plime
Ja san ka' i more, ti si ka' i cvit
In this verse, the singer talks about timing and the need for his partner to move on. He acknowledges that it's not too late for her to escape the relationship. The imagery of being like a vapor waiting for the tide suggests he feels transient and unreliable. He sees himself as the sea, while he compares her to a flower, symbolizing beauty and fragility. This sets the tone for his self-reflection and highlights the emotional distance between them.
Chorus
Prođi me se, pusti sve na miru
Prođi me se, nađi drugu miru
Prođi me se, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
The chorus is a clear call for his partner to let him go. The repetition of "prođi me se" emphasizes his desire for peace and separation. He encourages her to find someone who can offer her the stability he knows he can't. The warning about not trusting the sea and sailors adds a layer of caution, hinting at the unpredictability of both love and his character.
Verse 2
Ja sam ka' i more, privari i vraga
Ćut' ćeš grube riči i da si mi draga
Viruj kome 'oćeš, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
In this verse, the singer again draws parallels between himself and the sea. He admits to being deceptive, suggesting that he may hurt her even if he cares for her. There’s a stark honesty here; he tells her to trust others but warns her not to trust him. This adds depth to his character as he grapples with his flaws and the impact they have on their relationship.
Chorus
Prođi me se, pusti sve na miru
Prođi me se, nađi drugu miru
Prođi me se, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad, al' ne viruj nikad
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
The second chorus repeats the same themes as the first. The repetition reinforces his urgency for her to seek peace away from him. He continues to emphasize that she deserves someone better, while he remains unreliable. This insistence shows his internal conflict, as he cares yet feels unworthy.
Bridge
Dobro su ti rekli, evala in bilo
Ne znan di ću sobon, šta ćeš mi još ti
Kako da ti rečen, moja dobra vilo
Znaš da san ka' more, nisan ka' i svi
In the bridge, he reflects on the advice others have given her about him. He admits uncertainty about his own path and what he can offer her. By calling her "moja dobra vilo" (my good fairy), he acknowledges her sweetness while recognizing his own shortcomings. This moment captures his vulnerability and confusion, making it relatable.
Outro
Prođi me se, prođi me se
The outro is a simple yet powerful plea for separation. The repetition echoes the chorus, emphasizing the finality of his request. It feels like a resigned acceptance of the situation, encapsulating his desire for both freedom and peace.
Closing Thoughts
"Prođi Me Se" is a poignant exploration of love and personal flaws. The singer's metaphors and emotional honesty create a relatable narrative about letting go. It’s a reminder that sometimes, love means giving someone the freedom to find happiness away from you.
Full Lyrics
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Okani se mene, šta će ti moj svit
Ja san ka' i vapor, samo čekan plime
Ja san ka' i more, ti si ka' i cvit
Dobro su ti rekli, evala in bilo
Ne znan di ću sobon, šta ćeš mi još ti
Kako da ti rečen, moja dobra vilo
Znaš da san ka' more, nisan ka' i svi
Prođi me se, pusti sve na miru
Prođi me se, nađi drugu miru
Prođi me se, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
Prođi me se, pusti sve na miru
Prođi me se, nađi drugu miru
Prođi me se, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad, al' ne viruj nikad
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
Ja sam ka' i more, privari i vraga
Ćut' ćeš grube riči i da si mi draga
Viruj kome 'oćeš, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
Dobro su ti rekli, evala in bilo
Ne znan di ću sobon, šta ćeš mi još ti
Kako da ti rečen, moja dobra vilo
Znaš da san ka' more, nisan ka' i svi
Prođi me se, pusti sve na miru
Prođi me se, nađi drugu miru
Prođi me se, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
Prođi me se, pusti sve na miru
Prođi me se, nađi drugu miru
Prođi me se, viruj svome paru
Al' ne viruj nikad, al' ne viruj nikad
Al' ne viruj nikad moru i mornaru
Prođi me se, prođi me se