Sinan Sakic - Ej Otkad Sam Se Rodio - (live) - Nikad Nije Kasno - Em 34 - 21.05.2017 -
: 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 ).
: Nikad nije kasno (It’s Never Late) is a talent competition for performers over 40, often featuring established stars as guests or mentors. : Recorded during the twilight of his career,
: 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. : By the 2017 performance, these lyrics were
: By the 2017 performance, these lyrics were no longer just a song; they were a reflection of Sakić's own turbulent journey through fame, personal loss, and declining health. Legacy of the Video The Context of the Performance Since its upload
The song itself, originally released in 1987 with the band , carries heavy lyrical themes that aligned closely with Sakić's public persona:
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
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.