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The singer declares his love for the "beautiful Slavonian land" and his "proud horses," but his heart is heavy because the streets ( šorovi ) are empty and there is no one left to greet him.

The song has become a staple at folk festivals and is often performed with tambura orchestras, such as , emphasizing its roots in Croatian folk tradition. 🌍 Cultural Context alaj_volim_ovo_sve

He sits under an old linden tree ( lipa ) that seems to whisper stories of happier times when the village was full of life. 📺 Video & Performance The singer declares his love for the "beautiful

"Alaj Volim Ovo Sve" (translated as "Oh, how I love all of this") is a poignant tambura ballad by the prominent Croatian singer-songwriter , released in late 2018. The song is a bittersweet tribute to the Slavonia region of Croatia, capturing a deep love for the land alongside the melancholy of seeing its villages empty due to emigration and economic decline. 📺 Video & Performance "Alaj Volim Ovo Sve"

The official music video was directed by Marin and Domagoj Topić and filmed in the heart of Slavonia. It features classic regional imagery: Traditional horse-drawn carriages. The vast, fertile plains of the Pannonian Basin. Traditional Slavonian architecture.

The song resonated deeply with the Croatian diaspora and locals alike. It serves as a social commentary on the "white plague" (depopulation) affecting eastern Croatia. Despite the sadness, it remains a "bećarac" (traditional folk song) style anthem that celebrates regional identity and the enduring spirit of the people.