Roots of Goran Bregović

Severina Vučković, better known mononymously as Severina, is a Croatian singer-songwriter and actress. Widely regarded as one of the most prominent and influential artists in the Balkan region and former Yugoslavia. Born in Split, she rose to fame in the late 1980s with a series of commercially successful songs that established her as a leading figure in Croatian pop music. Known for her distinctive blend of pop, folk, jazz and dance elements, as well as her expressive vocal style, music videos and dynamic stage presence, Severina quickly built a large and devoted fan base across Southeast Europe. She further expanded her international recognition when she represented Croatia at the Eurovision Song Contest 2006, held in Athens, Greece, with the song "Moja štikla", finishing 12th.