The release followed shortly after the passing of Petrică Mâțu Stoian in early November 2021. The two artists shared a professional history, having performed together at various events, including a notable appearance at a wedding in 2019 where Nicoară accompanied Mâțu Stoian on the saxophone . Themes and Style
The song is a "doină" style or tragic folk ballad that captures the existential dread and sorrow surrounding the departure of a great artist. The release followed shortly after the passing of
Tribute to a Folk Legend: Petrică Nicoară’s "Frică-mi că oi muri" Tribute to a Folk Legend: Petrică Nicoară’s "Frică-mi
Nicoară, known for his mastery of the saxophone and his contributions as a composer, utilized traditional melodic patterns to evoke deep emotion, characteristic of the Banat and Oltenia regions where both artists had deep roots. having performed together at various events
Fans and colleagues alike embraced the tribute, with many expressing their grief in the comments of the official video on YouTube and Facebook . Listeners described the piece as a "beautiful but sad dedication," praising Nicoară for honoring Mâțu Stoian's memory through the very medium they both dedicated their lives to—music.