Cana - Ima, Ima Stila - (audio 2002) -
: She emphasizes that the heart chooses, not the mind, and she doesn't care if others don't approve of him.
"" is a standout folk track by the Serbian singer Ćana (Stanojka Bodiroža), released in 2002 under the Grand Production label. The song appeared on her album Imam dokaz and quickly became one of her most enduring hits, often performed at celebrations and weddings across the Balkans. Song Composition and Lyrics
: The narrator admits her partner "gambles a bit and drinks a bit" ( malo kocka, malo pije ), but she insists he is the best for her because he "has style" ( ima stila ).
: Ćana continues to perform the song live, including recent televised appearances on shows like Kafansko Veče (2022) and live sets in 2025, proving its longevity in the folk-pop scene.
: While rooted in traditional Serbian folk, it carries the energetic, commercial "turbo-folk" influence that dominated the Grand Production era.
The lyrics explore themes of love and acceptance, specifically following a woman who has chosen a partner with some "rough edges":
: Decades after its release, the song remains a staple in "Grand Nostalgia" playlists and live performances.
: There's a pragmatic streak to the lyrics; she mentions she won't check his past so she can "live better and sleep more peacefully". Cultural Impact and Performance
: She emphasizes that the heart chooses, not the mind, and she doesn't care if others don't approve of him.
"" is a standout folk track by the Serbian singer Ćana (Stanojka Bodiroža), released in 2002 under the Grand Production label. The song appeared on her album Imam dokaz and quickly became one of her most enduring hits, often performed at celebrations and weddings across the Balkans. Song Composition and Lyrics
: The narrator admits her partner "gambles a bit and drinks a bit" ( malo kocka, malo pije ), but she insists he is the best for her because he "has style" ( ima stila ).
: Ćana continues to perform the song live, including recent televised appearances on shows like Kafansko Veče (2022) and live sets in 2025, proving its longevity in the folk-pop scene.
: While rooted in traditional Serbian folk, it carries the energetic, commercial "turbo-folk" influence that dominated the Grand Production era.
The lyrics explore themes of love and acceptance, specifically following a woman who has chosen a partner with some "rough edges":
: Decades after its release, the song remains a staple in "Grand Nostalgia" playlists and live performances.
: There's a pragmatic streak to the lyrics; she mentions she won't check his past so she can "live better and sleep more peacefully". Cultural Impact and Performance