Zdravko Čolić
Zdravko Čolić (born June 30, 1951) is a Bosnian-born Croatian pop singer. He is one of the most popular singers in the former Yugoslavia and has released over 20 albums.
Čolić was born in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and grew up in Jajce. He began his music career in the early 1970s, and his first album, "Ti i ja", was released in 1975. He quickly became one of the most popular singers in Yugoslavia, and his songs were often played on the radio and television.
In the 1980s, Čolić began to tour internationally, and he performed in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan. He also released several successful albums during this time, including "Malo sam nesiguran" (1982), "Balkanska rapsodija" (1984), and "Putovanja" (1986).
In the 1990s, Čolić's career was interrupted by the Yugoslav Wars. However, he continued to release albums and tour after the wars ended. In 2000, he released the album "Okano", which was a commercial success. He has continued to release albums and tour in the years since.
Čolić is known for his powerful voice and his energetic live performances. He has won numerous awards, including the Yugoslav Music Award for Best Male Singer in 1982 and 1984. He was also awarded the Order of Merit by the President of Croatia in 1995.
Čolić is considered to be one of the most successful and influential singers in the former Yugoslavia. His music has been enjoyed by generations of fans, and he continues to be a popular performer today.