: It tells the story of someone whose only joy was a partner who eventually abandoned them.
The song itself, originally released in 1987 with the band , carries heavy lyrical themes that aligned closely with Sakić's public persona: : It tells the story of someone whose
: Recorded during the twilight of his career, this live version captured Sakić at his most raw and emotive, resonating with a live audience that viewed him as "God on earth" ( Bog na nebu - Sinan na zemlji ). His presence on the stage was viewed as
: This specific episode, EM 34 , aired at a time when Sakić's health was already a concern for his fans. His presence on the stage was viewed as a victory of spirit over physical struggle. Themes of the Song It is frequently cited by fans as one
: The opening line, "Ej, otkad sam se rodio, s mukom sam se družio" (Since I was born, I have been friends with misery), reflects a life of struggle.
Since its upload to YouTube , the video has garnered over . It is frequently cited by fans as one of his most "honest" performances, where his signature vocal rasp and emotional vulnerability—often moving both himself and his audience to tears—were on full display.
The performance of "Ej otkad sam se rodio" by on the show Nikad nije kasno (Episode 34, aired May 21, 2017) serves as a poignant chapter in the final act of a music legend. This appearance came just over a year before Sakić's death in June 2018, making it a definitive example of his "singing as if it were the last time". The Context of the Performance