It represents the exodus of youth from rural areas to cities, leaving behind aging parents and empty homes.

Musically, the track is a hallmark of the "novokomponovana" (newly composed) folk style of the early 1980s, featuring traditional accordion arrangements and soulful vocals characteristic of the Diskos label era. While often played at celebrations, the song's underlying sadness resonates deeply with the diaspora and those who feel a disconnect from their roots.

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 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

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.

Zivislav Markovic Zica - Djeram vise ne skripuce - (Audio 1981)

The silence of the well mirrors the silence of old customs that are no longer practiced.

Žica Marković remains a respected figure in folk music for his ability to convey authentic emotion without over-sensationalism. You can still find his work on platforms like Spotify and YouTube , where listeners continue to comment on the song's "soul" and its accurate portrayal of the quiet tragedy of a dying village.