Zdravko Colic Biography: Songs, Albums, Events, Age, Children, Spouse, Music Group, Height, Wiki, Parents, Net Worth

December 22, 2024 0 Posted By Haruna Ayuba

Zdravko Čolić is a Bosnian-Serbian pop singer and widely regarded as one of the greatest vocalists and cultural icons of the former Yugoslavia.

He rose to prominence in the 1970s with hits such as “Pusti, pusti modu” and “Sinoć si bila u klubu.” His superstardom was further cemented with landmark albums like Ti si mi u krvi (1984) and Rodi me majko sretnog (1988).

Profile

  • Full Name: Zdravko Colic
  • Stage Name: Zdravko Colic
  • Born: 30 May 1951
  • Age: 73 years old
  • Birthplace: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Nationality: Bosnian-Serbian
  • Occupation: Bosnian-Serbian singer
  • Height: 1.84 m
  • Parent: Vladimir Čolić and Stana Čolić
  • Siblings: Dragan Colic
  • Spouse: Aleksandra Čolić (m. 2001)
  • Children: Una Čolić and Lara Čolić
  • Relationship: Married
  • Net Worth: $20 million

Early Life And Education

Zdravko Čolić was born on May 30, 1951, in Sarajevo, PR Bosnia and Herzegovina, FPR Yugoslavia, to Bosnian Serb parents.

His father, Vladimir Čolić, was a police administrator from the village of Vlahovići near Ljubinje, while his mother, Stana Čolić, was a homemaker from Trebinje in East Herzegovina. He grew up alongside his younger brother, Dragan.

Raised in Sarajevo, Čolić attended Vladimir Perić Valter elementary school in the Skenderija neighborhood, close to Grbavica, where his family lived. He also studied music during his early years, learning to play the guitar.

He also holds a degree in economics from the University of Sarajevo, Čolić is of Serbian ethnicity, but his religious beliefs remain unknown.

Career

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 hits like “Pusti, pusti modu” and “Sinoć si bila u klubu,” solidifying his status as a rising star. In 1973, he represented Yugoslavia in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Gori vatra,” propelling him to wider recognition.

Čolić’s debut solo album, Ti i ja (1975), marked a major milestone, featuring hits such as “Vagabund” and “Loše vino.” He followed up with Ako priđeš bliže (1977), an even greater success that produced timeless songs like “Glavo luda” and “Jedna zima sa Kristinom.” His albums consistently sold in the tens of thousands within weeks, cementing his superstar status in Yugoslavia.

Throughout the 1980s, Čolić released a string of celebrated albums, including Zbog tebe (1980), Čarolija (1984), and Ti si mi u krvi (1984). His soulful ballads, including “Ti si mi u krvi” and “Jedna žena, jedan život,” became cultural touchstones, captivating audiences with their emotional depth and universal appeal.

Čolić’s music transcended borders, with massive popularity across the former Yugoslavia and beyond. He performed at sold-out concerts, including major tours and festival appearances. In 1980, he returned from military service and released Zbog tebe, which further cemented his reputation as Yugoslavia’s premier pop star.

After a brief hiatus in the 1990s, Čolić staged a successful comeback with the album Kad bi moja bila (1997), regaining his widespread appeal. His live performances remained monumental, including a 2010 concert at Sarajevo’s Asim Ferhatović Hase Stadium, attracting over 60,000 fans, and his record-breaking 2011 concert at Ušće, Belgrade, attended by over 100,000 people.

Celebrating a career spanning over 40 years, Zdravko Čolić remains a pop icon and one of the most beloved singers in the region, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural history of the former Yugoslavia.

Social Media

  • Instagram handle: @zdravko.colic
  • Facebook handle: Zdravko Colic
  • Twitter handle: @ColicZdravko

Personal Life

Zdravko Čolić has been married to Aleksandra Aleksić since 2001. The couple has two daughters, Lara and Una. Čolić has spoken warmly about his wife, sharing that their relationship began in Brela and lasted over a decade before they tied the knot.

Discography

Studio albums:

  • Ti i ja (You and Me) (1975)
  • Ako priđeš bliže (If You Come Closer) (1977)
  • Zbog tebe (Because of You) (1980)
  • Malo pojačaj radio (Turn Up the Radio a Bit) (1981)
  • Šta mi radiš (What Are You Doing to Me?) (1983)
  • Da ti kažem šta mi je (To Tell You What’s Up with Me) (1990)
  • Kad bi moja bila (If You Were Mine) (1997)
  • Okano (2000)
  • Čarolija (Enchantment) (2003)
  • Zavičaj (Homeland) (2006)
  • Kad pogledaš me preko ramena (When You Look At Me Over the Shoulder) (2010)
  • Vatra i barut (Fire and Gunpowder) (2013)
  • Ono malo sreće (That Bit of Luck) (2017)

Singles:

  • “Sinoć nisi bila tu” / “Tako tiho” (1972)
  • “Stara pisma” / “Pod lumbrelon” (1972)
  • “Gori Vatra” / “Isti put” (1973)
  • “Bling, blinge, blinge, bling” / “Julija” (1973)
  • “Dome moj” / “Ljubav je samo riječ” (1974)
  • “Ona spava” / “Zaboravi sva proljeća” (1974)
  • “Zelena si rijeka bila” / “Ne dam ti svoju ljubav” (1974)
  • “Ljubav ima lažni sjaj” / “Balerina” (1977)
  • “Živiš u oblacima” / “Zašto spavaš” (1977)
  • “Light me” / “I’m not a robot man” (1978)
  • “Loš glas” / “Ne mogu biti tvoj” (1978)
  • “Druže Tito, mi ti se kunemo” / “Titovim putem” (1980)

Net Worth

Zdravko Čolić, a renowned Bosnian pop singer, has amassed an estimated net worth of $20 million. His wealth is primarily attributed to his long and successful music career, which includes numerous hit songs, album sales, and extensive concert tours.

Čolić has been a prominent figure in the music industry for decades, both as a solo artist and as a member of the popular Yugoslavian band Ambasadori.




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