The first members of the band were: Admir Ahmetović (drums), Damir Terzić (guitars), Nedim Sinanović (bass) and Dino Šaran (vocals), both of the latter songwriters. Letu Štuke intrigued music critics back then with their vigouros work and numerous concerts on (what was then known as) Sarajevo demo scene. Sadly though, because of the various changes and because the members had to serve in the army, and after that the war in Bosnia during the 1990's - the group falls apart and everything stays still just on their demo recordings.
Members of the band move to various corners of the world, while Dino Šaran after a short stay in Zagreb goes back to Sarajevo. While writing songs for various Croatian musicians (such as Severina and many others) he starts thinking about starting the band again. With his strong will and with big help from the arranger-producer-precusionist Đani Pervan (who in the meantime moved to Paris, and became one of the Darko Rundek & Cargo Orkestar members) in February of 2005. Letu Štuke goes into studio and finally, after 17 years of waiting, their first album is being recorded.
Now famous Croatian label Menart recognizes great potential in Letu Štuke and presses the realese of the album annoucing it as "one of the most interesting rock albums to come out this year".
In early 2008. they release their second album Proteini i ugljikohidrati.
The band members now are: Dino Šaran (vocals) and Đani Pervan (drums and precusions) as the main duo, Dejan Ostojić (bass), Dino Vatrenjak (guitars) and Slobodan Ćosić (keyboards).
Tesla
Letu Štuke Lyrics
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Jer, sve si dalje od laži i demona Balkana.
Gdje su ti davni ljudi? U kojem vremenu žive?
Prokleta divlja plemena! Tu jedni druge još krive.
A pjesme pjevaju djeca.Nadu čuvaju novi, nazovi.
Kada posisaš sva vesla, tada Nikola si Tesla.
S pravom možeš reći da je struja tvoja.
Zato, nemoj da te puca paranoja.
Koliko koš¡ta sloboda? Čime se ona mjeri?
Bez zemlje,para i roda u svojoj privatnoj vjeri.
Istina davno rečena. Svi ispunjeni snovi,zaplovi.
Kada posisaš sva vesla, tada Nikola si Tesla.
S pravom možeš reći da je struja tvoja.
Cijeli život za ideju tvoje riječi su u spreju.
Zato, nemoj da te puca paranoja.
Kada posisaš sva vesla, tada Nikola si Tesla.
S pravom možeš reći da je struja tvoja.
Cijeli život za ideju tvoje riječi su u spreju.
Zato, nemoj da te puca paranoja.
Svi na ulice, dižimo guzice.
Jer svijet je u nama , a ne u kulama.
Svi na ulice, nek padnu ubice.
Spalimo zastave sve, bacimo curama.
The song "Tesla" by Letu Štuke is a reflection on the complexity of the Balkan region, with lyrics that touch on themes of history, culture, and personal identity. The first verse presents a bleak picture of the region, where people are caught in a web of lies and blame, while the younger generation looks to the future with hope. This is contrasted with the second verse, where the focus shifts to the life and work of the Serbian-American inventor Nikola Tesla, who is celebrated as a symbol of innovation and creativity. The chorus repeats the idea that anyone who perseveres in pursuit of their ideals can be like Tesla, and urges listeners to avoid becoming consumed by paranoia.
The song draws on a mix of traditional Balkan melodies and modern rock influences, reflecting the band's eclectic musical background. The lyrics are delivered in a punchy, energetic style that mixes poetry and slang, creating a distinctively rebellious mood. At its core, "Tesla" is a call to action, urging listeners to take responsibility for their own lives and to work towards a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
Line by Line Meaning
Sve ti je ravno do dna, u zemlji tulipana.
Everything is flat to the ground in the land of tulips.
Jer, sve si dalje od laži i demona Balkana.
Because you are far from the lies and demons of the Balkans.
Gdje su ti davni ljudi? U kojem vremenu žive?
Where are your ancient people? In which time do they live?
Prokleta divlja plemena! Tu jedni druge još krive.
Damned wild tribes! Still blaming each other.
A pjesme pjevaju djeca. Nadu čuvaju novi, nazovi.
And children sing songs. New ones, keeping hope alive.
Kada posisaš sva vesla, tada Nikola si Tesla.
When you suck in all the oars, then you are Nikola Tesla.
S pravom možeš reći da je struja tvoja.
You can rightfully say that electricity is yours.
Cijeli život za ideju tvoje riječi su u spreju.
Your whole life, words for your idea are in spray paint.
Zato, nemoj da te puca paranoja.
So, don't let paranoia get to you.
Koliko koš¡ta sloboda? Čime se ona mjeri?
How much does freedom cost? What is it measured by?
Bez zemlje, para i roda u svojoj privatnoj vjeri.
Without land, money and family in your private faith.
Istina davno rečena. Svi ispunjeni snovi, zaplovi.
Truth said long ago. All dreams fulfilled, set sail.
Svi na ulice, dižimo guzice.
Everyone to the streets, let's raise our butts.
Jer svijet je u nama, a ne u kulama.
Because the world is in us, not in the towers.
Svi na ulice, nek padnu ubice.
Everyone to the streets, let the killers fall.
Spalimo zastave sve, bacimo curama.
Let's burn all the flags, throw them to the girls.
Contributed by Cole I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@darijapomper130
Vrijeme je fakat tako i tako ćemo svi ostati na ulicama hahaha ... to mi je sad doletjelo na jezik ... ali vrlo vjerojatno ... šaran je vizionar :) sve najbolje i rezime najboljeg u glazbi zadnjih 10-ak godina i u hr i bih
hart
tvoje riječi su u spreju - prelijepo ....
svi na ulice...
dižimo guzice....
jer svijet je u nama...
@dikembemutombo6022
Štuke su jedan od rijetkih pozitivnih fenomena od raspada Juge naovamo. Krasan i talentovan bend koji piše i izvodi ozbiljne i vrijedne umjetničke pjesme. Ovo je jedna od najljepših.
@anagavric9433
Bravoo! Najbolje pesme imaju najmanje pregleda. Inače sam iz Srbije, i opčinjena sam ovom pesmom.
@lennydado1
to lutko
@draganno9109
To lutko.
@simpeable
Ovo je po meni daleeeko njihova najbolja pjesma, zboga ove pjesme su mi mili. U njoj je sve rečeno i sve sadržano. Kada ne bi više napravili ni jednu pjesmu nalik ovoj, ipak bih rekao da su najozbiljniji bend na ovim prostorima, upravo zbog ove pjesme.
@midiman16
Moram sebi nabaviti bijelu zastavu, napisati na njoj "zastava" i staviti je ispred kuce.
@lennydado1
moras napisati drzava inace se ne priznaje
@moderninomad
ova pjesma jeste o dzoniju ali je i mnogo vise od toga. ovo je remek djelo...ovo je genijalan opis nas i nase umazanosti govnima i mrznjom!!! this is song about Johny but it is more than that. this is masterpiece...this is ingenious description of us our greasinest with shit and hate!!!
@ernat2172
Genijalni dragi iskreni otvaraju nam oči...a mi...prokleta divlja plemena
@mrnjaoooo
Kakav, bre, Dzoni? Ovo je pjesma za svakoga!