is a classic folk song by the Serbian singer Živislav "Žica" Marković , released in 1981. The song is a poignant exploration of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the fading of traditional rural life in the Balkans. The Symbolism of the Đeram
The silence of the well mirrors the silence of old customs that are no longer practiced. zica_markovic_djeram_vise_ne_skripuce
The lyrics (written by R. Radovanović) and music (by V. Kokorić) capture a specific moment in Yugoslav history when the transition from agricultural to industrial life was leaving its mark on the soul of the people. is a classic folk song by the Serbian
It represents the exodus of youth from rural areas to cities, leaving behind aging parents and empty homes. The lyrics (written by R
The singer uses the stillness of the village to reflect an inner sense of loss and the realization that the "old days" will never return. Musical and Cultural Impact
At the heart of the song is the —the traditional wooden counterpoise well once found in every Serbian village yard. In folk tradition, the "creak" (škripa) of the well was the heartbeat of the homestead. It signaled that life was active, that water was being drawn for family and livestock, and often served as a meeting place for young lovers.