Album Review: Gospođo Ja Bih Rado Zadnji Pozdrav Tvoj by Treća Sreća
Alright, let’s cut to the chase—this 1979 gem from Yugoslavia is like finding an old vinyl in your uncle’s attic that still smells of nostalgia and cigarette smoke. Gospođo Ja Bih Rado Zadnji Pozdrav Tvoj (say that five times fast!) isn’t just another pop-rock album; it’s a time capsule of raw emotion wrapped up in catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics. Released under Jugoton, with Josip Ivanković pulling double duty as both producer and songwriter, this record feels personal, like someone spilling their soul over three tracks.
Now, let’s zoom in on two standout songs because who has time for fluff? First up is “Gospođo.” Man, this track hits different. It opens with a guitar riff so smooth it could charm its way into any playlist today. J. Ivanković’s lyrics are poetic yet simple—a love letter disguised as a rock anthem. The vocals have this unpolished edge, like they were recorded late at night after one too many cups of coffee. You can almost picture the band crammed into a tiny studio, sweating it out while Ž. Švehar works his magic arranging everything. This song sticks with you not because it’s perfect but because it feels alive, like it might jump off the record and shake you awake.
Then there’s “Zadnji Pozdrav Tvoj,” which closes the album with a bittersweet goodbye vibe. If “Gospođo” is the fiery start of a romance, this one’s the melancholy end. The melody lingers, haunting you long after the needle lifts. There’s something about the pacing—slow enough to make you stop scrolling through whatever device you’re holding—that makes it unforgettable. It’s got that cinematic quality, like the soundtrack to a black-and-white Yugoslav film you’ve never seen but totally want to now.
The whole thing is stitched together beautifully, thanks to I. Ivezić’s design and photography. That cover art? Simple, bold, timeless. It doesn’t scream for attention—it earns it.
So here’s the kicker: listening to this album in 2023 feels kinda revolutionary. Not because it changed music forever, but because it reminds us how good simplicity can be. No auto-tune, no flashy production tricks—just honest storytelling set to killer tunes. And honestly? I think we need more albums like this right now. Or maybe I’m just romanticizing the past. Either way, if you stumble across Gospođo Ja Bih Rado Zadnji Pozdrav Tvoj, give it a spin. Who knows? Maybe it’ll remind you of something you didn’t even know you missed.
Oh, and P.S.—if anyone finds Josip Ivanković hanging around somewhere, tell him we owe him a beer. Cheers!
