Zdravko Čolić

Singer-songwriter with hit songs

Zdravko Čolić - Singer-songwriter with hit songs
Born

May 30th, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Born in 1951, a Bosnian Serb singer-songwriter emerged as a prominent figure in the music scene across the former Yugoslavia. Beginning a solo career in the early 1970s after a stint with the band Ambasadori, achieved widespread popularity with a series of hit albums and singles. Released numerous successful albums, with many songs becoming classics in the pop genre. Strongly influenced by traditional and modern melodies, contributed significantly to the cultural landscape of the region through music. Continues to perform and release music, maintaining a loyal fan base throughout the decades.

Released the album 'Ti i ja'

Performed at massive concerts across the Balkans

Collaborated with famous artists like Roki Vulović

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