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1) Thompson is a Croatian rock band. The frontman, songwriter and lead vocalist of Thompson is Marko Perković. He is widely considered as to having a right political views, and was the main figure in patriotic movement during the Croatian-Serbian war. Thompson is considered Marko's stage name. Along Marko, the lineup also includes Tiho Orlić as supporting vocalist and bass guitarist, with the remaining members of the bend being less prominent.

The name "Thompson" comes from the Thompson submachine gun, which was Perković's nickname. Originally from Čavoglave in the Dalmatian hinterland, Perković's home was the Croatian capital of Zagreb until 2013, then he moved with his family in Split.

Thompson also features annually at the Homeland Victory celebrations in his hometown of Čavoglave. These performances are attended by many visitors, ranging from 60,000 to 120,000 spectators, and feature Croatian popular artists.

The band line-up on the '' Bilo jednom u Hrvatskoj '' tour was: Fedor Boić, Damir Lipošek Kex, Tomislav Mandarić, Damir Šomen along with Tiho Orlić and Marko Perković.

Current line-up:
Marko Perković - vocals
Tiho Orlić - bass guitar
Ivica Bilić Ike - drums and percussion
Duje Ivić - keyboards
Ivan Ivanković - guitar

- Studio albums:
1992. - Moli mala
1995. - Vrijeme škorpiona
1996. - Geni kameni
1998. - Vjetar s Dinare
2002. - E, moj narode
2006. - Bilo jednom u Hrvatskoj
2013. - Ora et Labora

- Live albums:
2007. - Bilo Jednom U Hrvatskoj - Split - Stari Plac

- DVDs:
2002. - Koncert Poljud
2004. - Turneja: E, moj narode
2007. - Turneja: Bilo jednom u Hrvatskoj
2013. - Poljud Live

- Compilations
2003. - Sve najbolje
2008. - Druga strana

In Croatian music, festivals play a large role, with new songs frequently being released for a festival and the best song being declared winner. Thompson has appeared at the following festivals:

* Croatian Radio Festival: 1999, 2002, 2006
* Etnofest Neum: 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000
* Melodije Mostara: 2001
* Split Festival: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2002

2) Thompson is, among others, folk musicians Richard and Linda Thompson and their son Teddy. Thompson's new album, Family, comes out Nov. 18.

Lijepa Li Si
Thompson Lyrics

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Kad se sjetim suza krene
zamirisu uspomene
svake stope rodnog kraja
i narodnih obicaja

Prepoznah ljepotu tvoju
sto probudi ljubav moju
kad sam s tobom srce moje

kuca jace, veliko je

Ref.
Oj Zagoro, lijepa li si
Slavonijo, zlatna ti si
Herceg-Bosno, srce ponosno
Dalmacijo, more moje
jedna dusa a nas dvoje
pozdrav Liko, velebita diko
lijepa li si

Kad Neretva moru krene
ti se tada sjeti mene
mojoj pjesmi budi tema
za sve one kojih nema

Ajde Istro i Zagorje
podignimo sve tri boje
zagrlimo se pred svima
neka vide da nas ima

Ref.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Thompson's song "Lijepa Li Si" are a tribute to the beauty and cultural richness of Croatia and its various regions. The verses evoke memories of the singer's homeland, with every step reminding him of the customs and traditions that make his country unique. The mention of tears that flow when recalling the past suggests a deep emotional attachment to the land and its people, and the nostalgia is heightened by the sensory detail of the memories evoked, such as the scent of the countryside.

The chorus then pays homage to several of Croatia's regions, addressing them by name and describing them as beautiful, golden, proud and majestic. The repeated refrain of "lijepa li si" emphasizes the singer's admiration for his country, and the call to unite and raise the colors of the regions is a celebration of the country's diversity and unity. The mention of the river Neretva and its association with the sea is a nod to another region and its beauty and serves as a reminder that despite the differences in geography and culture, all regions of the country are connected and contribute to its richness and wealth.

Line by Line Meaning

Kad se sjetim suza krene
When I remember, tears start to fall

zamirisu uspomene
Memories start to smell nice

svake stope rodnog kraja
Every step of my native land

i narodnih obicaja
And customs of my people

Prepoznah ljepotu tvoju
I recognized your beauty

sto probudi ljubav moju
That awakens my love

kad sam s tobom srce moje
When I'm with you, my heart

kuca jace, veliko je
Beats stronger, it's big

Oj Zagoro, lijepa li si
Oh Zagora, how beautiful you are

Slavonijo, zlatna ti si
Slavonia, you are golden

Herceg-Bosno, srce ponosno
Herceg-Bosnia, proud heart