The song "" is a classic folk track by the legendary Serbian singer Šaban Šaulić , released in 1996 as part of his album Tebi koja si otišla . Produced during a prolific year for the "King of Folk," the song remains a staple for fans of traditional Balkan music. The Sound of 1996: "Anka" and the Album Context
The track "Anka" sits alongside several of Šaban’s most enduring hits from the mid-90s: Tebi koja si otišla Ona voli život Kada tebe nema Jednu noć si drugom dala Šmeker Lj. od ljubavi Ne gledaj u meni pijanca i slabića Eh da nije san Kolovođa đavo Why It Matters Anka - song and lyrics by Šaban Šaulić - Spotify saban_saulic_anka_audio_1996
In 1996, Šaban Šaulić released two notable projects: the folklore-heavy Od srca and the hit-laden Tebi koja si otišla . "Anka" appeared on the latter, which was produced and arranged by the renowned . The track captures Šaulić’s signature emotive delivery, backed by a traditional ensemble that defined the era's kafana (tavern) sound. Track Details & Production Album: Tebi koja si otišla (also known as ZAM CD 085 ) Release Date: September 22, 1996 Composer: T. Petrov Lyricist: Miodrag Ž. Ilić Arranger & Producer: Mića Nikolić Song List from Tebi koja si otišla The song "" is a classic folk track