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"12 Hours for 80 Euros": Rada Today Drives an Expensive Jeep and Bought an Apartment, Here's What She Did Before Zvezde Granda

Rada Manojlović is considered one of the most popular singers today, and although the competition "Zvezde Granda" was her ticket to the big stage, her musical beginnings were linked to much tougher conditions.

"12 Hours for 80 Euros": Rada Today Drives an Expensive Jeep and Bought an Apartment, Here's What She Did Before Zvezde Granda

TL;DR

  • Rada Manojlović began her music career performing at weddings under tents, working 12 to 18 hours a day.
  • She earned very little, sometimes only 80 euros after sharing with musicians, but was satisfied.
  • These early performances helped her learn a large number of songs, over 3,000, which she still performs.
  • Older colleagues advised her never to watch the clock during performances, a piece of advice she still follows.
  • She chooses her songs dynamically during performances based on audience reaction.