George Marjanovic is a brilliant composer, singer, musician. The peak of the artist's popularity came in the 60s and 70s. He managed to become famous not only in his native Yugoslavia, but also in the USSR. Hundreds of Soviet spectators attended his concerts during the tour. Perhaps it was for this reason that George called the Russian Federation his second home, and perhaps the whole reason for his love for Russia lies in the fact that he met his wife here.
Childhood and youth of George Marjanovic
He was born in the Serbian community of Kučevo. Then in this folk community there were a little more than a few thousand indigenous people.
George's childhood cannot be called happy and cloudless. When he was just a child, his mother passed away. From that moment on, all the efforts to provide and raise children fell on the shoulders of the father. By the way, he did not go long in the status of a widower. The father remarried.
George Marjanovic grew up as an incredibly gifted and talented child. Everyone could envy his vital energy. The artistry and charisma that emanated from him charged everyone around.
From school, he showed a genuine interest in music and theater. He did not miss the opportunity to perform on the school stage. George's childhood fell on the war years, but even despite the difficult times, he tried to maintain optimism and a desire to live.
He successfully graduated from high school and moved to Belgrade. In this city, he entered a higher educational institution, choosing the profession of a pharmacist for himself.
George, who by nature was simple and modest, did not deny himself the pleasure of performing on the stage of an amateur theater. The whole environment of the young man knew about his talent. They predicted a good future for him.
At the suggestion of his best friend, Marjanovic went to a music competition. This event took place in the mid-50s, and it radically changed the position of a talented guy.
He had strong vocal abilities. At the competition, he managed to arrange the judges and fall in love with the audience. From that moment, George's creative career started. On the advice of the judges, he went to the Moscow Conservatory. Maryanovich learn vocals under the strict guidance of experienced teachers. Pharmaceutics was given a big cross. The young man confidently stepped into the world of music and art.
The creative path of George Marjanovic
The first portion of serious popularity came to the artist at the end of the 50s. It was then that he first performed as a soloist in front of a large audience. George was very nervous. On stage, he behaved extravagantly and at the same time at ease. This performance glorified the artist. This was followed by a series of competitions, festivals and other musical events.
During this period of time, he presents a composition that will glorify him almost all over the world. We are talking about the song "Whistle at 8 o'clock". Performing a work, the artist could not stand still. He danced, walked around the stage, jumped up, squatted.
By the way, not only the inhabitants of Yugoslavia knew his name. The entire Soviet Union, without exaggeration, sang along with the artist. His records sold out instantly, and the concerts were held in a crowded hall.
Soon the artist's repertoire was replenished with new "juicy" compositions. We are talking about musical works: "Little Girl", "Marco Polo", "Volcano of Love" and "Angela".
When new artists and idols began to appear on the scene in the 80s, George was not worried. He was sure that his fans, regardless of the number of new stars, would remain loyal to him.
In the early 90s, during one of the concerts, he became ill. The artist was hospitalized and made a disappointing diagnosis - a stroke. Later, George will say that he was not worried about his health, but that he would no longer sing.
Six years later, he entered the stage. The artist was filled with excitement and joy. His fears were in vain. The audience greeted him with a standing ovation.
George Marjanovic: details of his personal life
He arranged his personal life on the territory of Russia. During the next tour, a translator named Ellie was introduced to him. George was fluent in the language, but did not refuse the girl's services. She liked him at first sight.
Soon a romance began between the young people. After touring the USSR, the artist was forced to return to Belgrade, while Ellie remained in Russia. She studied at the university at the Faculty of Philology. By the way, then the girl found out that she was in a position. She did not report this in the correspondence.
Ellie talked about the fact that she gave birth to a daughter from the artist after the birth of Natasha (common daughter). George was overjoyed. He came to the capital of Russia to transport his daughter and Ellie to Yugoslavia. In this marriage, two more children were born.
Interesting facts about George Marjanovic
- In his youth, in order to earn a living, he had to engage in a far from creative profession. He delivered milk, newspapers and even washed cars.
- Djordje Marjanovic loved to sing war songs. His fans said that he passes these songs through himself and sings with "soul".
- During his lifetime, he was awarded the Order of the Patron of the Century.
- The documentary film "Zigzag of Fate" will help to better study the artist's biography.
- The last time on stage, he came out in 2016.
Death of an artist
In 2021, the artist was confirmed a disappointing diagnosis. Doctors discovered he had a coronavirus infection. He was hooked up to a ventilator.
The doctors fought for the singer's life for a long time, but soon sad news arrived to the fans. On May 15, 2021, the idol of millions was gone. The consequences of the transferred coronavirus infection were the main reason for the death of George Marjanovic.
