Zdravko Čolić is a Bosnian-Serbian pop singer, widely regarded as one of the greatest singers and cultural icons of the former Yugoslavia.
In the 1970s, he was “Pusti, Pusti Modu” and “Sinoć si bila u klubu.” His superstar status was further cemented by landmark albums such as tisimiukvi (1984) and Roddy I Mayko Sretnog (1988).
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- Full name: Zdravko colic
- Stage name: Zdravko Colic
- Date of birth: May 30, 1951
- Age: 73 years old
- Place of birth: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Nationality: Bosnian-Serbian
- Occupation: Bosnian-Serbian singer
- Height: 1.84 m
- Parents: Vladimir Kolic and Stana Kolic
- Siblings: Dragan’s Colic
- Spouse: Alexander Colic (m. 2001)
- Children: Oona Colic and Lara Colic
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $20 million
early life and education
Zdravko Jolic was born on May 30, 1951 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, to Bosnian Serb parents.
His father, Vladimir Kolic, was a police administrator in the village of Vlahovič near Lyubinje, while his mother, Stana Kolic, was a housewife in Trebinje, East Herzegovina. He grew up with his younger brother Dragan.
Kolic grew up in Sarajevo and attended Vladimir Peric Walter Elementary School in the Skendria neighborhood, close to Gbavitsa, where his family lives. He also studied music and played the guitar in his early years.
He also holds a degree in economics from the University of Sarajevo. Colic is of Serbian origin, but his religious affiliation remains unknown.
Profession
Zdravko Čolić’s career began in 1967, when he placed second in an amateur singing competition at the age of 17. His breakthrough came in the 1970s with the launch of such “Pusti, Pusti Modu” and “Sinoć si bila u klubu”, cementing his status as a rising star. Represented Yugoslavia in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1973 “Gorivatra” brought him wider recognition.
Jolic’s first solo album, Delga (1975), marked a major milestone and included the following hit songs “Wanderer” and “Rosset wine.” he follows up Ako priđeš bliže (1977), achieved greater success, producing such “Gravoluda” and “Jedna Zima Kristinom.” His albums continued to sell tens of thousands of copies within weeks, cementing his status as a superstar in Yugoslavia.
Throughout the 1980s, Jolic released a series of notable albums, including zbogtebe (1980), Carollia (1984), and tisimiukvi (1984). His soulful ballads include “Ti si mi u krvi” and “Jedna Zerner, Jerdan Zerwert,” became a cultural touchstone, captivating audiences with its emotional depth and universal appeal.
Jolic’s music transcends national borders and is popular in the former Yugoslavia and beyond. His concerts have sold out, including major tours and festival appearances. In 1980, he completed his military service and was released zbogtebewhich further cemented his reputation as Yugoslavia’s premier pop star.
After a brief hiatus in the 1990s, Jolic made a successful comeback with the album kadbi mojabira (1997), regained widespread appeal. His live performances remain landmark, including a 2010 concert at the Asim Ferhatović Hase Stadium in Sarajevo, which attracted more than 60,000 fans, and a 2011 concert in Belgrade Ušće’s record-breaking concert attracted more than 100,000 spectators.
Celebrating more than 40 years of his career, Zdravko Čolić remains a pop icon and one of the most popular singers in the region, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural history of the former Yugoslavia.
social media
- Instagram account: @zdravko.colic
- Facebook account: Zdravko Colic
- Twitter account: @ColicZdravko
personal life
Zdravko Čolić has been married to Aleksandra Aleksić since 2001. The couple has two daughters: Lara and Una. Colledge spoke warmly about his wife and said their relationship began with Brela and lasted more than a decade before tying the knot.
discography
Studio album:
- Delga (You and Me) (1975)
- Ako priđeš bliže (If You Come Closer) (1977)
- zbogtebe (Because of You) (1980)
- radio maropojaca (Turn the radio up louder) (1981)
- Starradish (What did you do to me?) (1983)
- Da ti kazem šta mi je (Tell You What’s Wrong With Me) (1990)
- kadbi mojabira (If You Were Mine) (1997)
- Okano (2000)
- Carollia (Magic) (2003)
- Zavicaj (Homeland) (2006)
- Kad pogledaš me preko ramena (When You Look Back at Me) (2010)
- Watra Balut (Fire and Gunpowder) (2013)
- Honor Marlowe Sledge (That Little Luck) (2017)
singles:
- “Sinoć nisi bila tu” / “Tako tiho” (1972)
- “Stara Pisma” / “Pod lumbrelon” (1972)
- “Gorivatra” / “Easty Bar” (1973)
- “bling, bling, bling” / “Julia” (1973)
- “Dome of the Rock” / “Ljubav je samo riječ” (1974)
- “Ona Spava” / “Zaboravi sva proljeća” (1974)
- “Zelena si rijekabila” / “Ne dam ti svoju ljubav” (1974)
- “Ljubav ima lažni sjaj” / “Valerina” (1977)
- “Živiš u oblacima” / “Zašto spavaš” (1977)
- “Light me up” / “I’m not a robot” (1978)
- “Los Grass” / “Ne mogu biti tvoj” (1978)
- “Druz Tito, mi ti se kunemo” / “Tito Viem Putem” (1980)
net worth
Zdravko Čolić is a famous Bosnian pop singer with an estimated net worth of $20 million. His wealth is primarily due to his long and successful music career, which has included numerous hit songs, album sales and extensive concert tours.
Jolic has been a prominent figure in the music industry for decades, both as a solo artist and as a member of the popular Yugoslav band Ambasadori.
