Mario Roth (born December 24, 1981 in Osijek) is a Croatian entertainment singer and frontman of the group Vigor. Although he started his singing career as a boy, he became known to the wider audience only after he singled out the hit ‘Još Fališ’ with the group Vigor in 2013. In addition to his musical successes, he sang performances in a hit-show your face sounds familiar (achieving the final) and has been a member of the jury of that show since 2024. Below is a detailed biography of this popular singer, from early childhood to the present day.
Childhood and musical beginnings
Mario Roth showed a penchant for singing from an early age. He made his first appearance in front of the audience in 1991 at children’s festival Đecopjev, where he won third place. As a child, he also performed at other singing competitions – in 1996 he performed at Turbo Limach Show and to the blue pearl of Rovinj. He lived in a working-class family from Osijek with his parents, brother and sister, and his parents taught him to remain a low-minded and good man. The war in 1991 abruptly ended her idyllic childhood – the family fled from Osijek to Čakovec as an exile, but Mario, along with his family, conveyed strong life values and love for music.
Vigor’s career and group
Mario Roth devoted himself professionally to music with school children, and joined the Vigor group in 2000. The group performed at weddings and smaller events for a long time, until in 2013 the hit ‘Još fališ’ – with the lyrics of Mario Roth and Miroslav Škora – launched them at the top of the national music scene. After that success, they signed a contract with the publishing house of Miroslav Škora and recorded a number of popular songs (eg ‘Life is Paradise’ in 2015). Mario is known for energetic live performances and emotional lyrics that often thematize love and nostalgia.
Some of Maria Roth’s most famous songs with the group Vigor include:
- ‘You’re still missing’ (2013) – A hit that launched them at the top of the domestic scene.
- ‘Life is Paradise’ (2015) – single from the album you still miss Filmed under the auspices of Škora’s publishing house.
- ‘Small’ (2015) – a song that held the top of national music charts for weeks.
- ‘Merak’ (2017) – duet with Miroslav Škora from the album you still miss.
Vigor has many more successful singles in his discography (‘Da sam ja on’, ‘Divna’, ‘Marija’, etc.) and the album you still miss (2015), and the band regularly plays throughout Croatia and the region. In addition to singing, Mario also works as a radio host in Osijek, on City Radio.
Television appearances and media recognition
Mario Roth became recognizable even outside of music circles thanks to television. He competed in a domestic version of the show Your Face Sounds Familiar (your face sounds familiar) and entered the finals, and since 2024 he has been a member of the jury of that show. It regularly appears in other TV and media projects. According to Gloria, during 2024, he filled the halls with concerts almost every weekend, and he also announced new singles and videos. He is also followed by a large number of fans on social networks – he has over 38 thousand followers on his Instagram profile who are eagerly awaiting news about his career.
Personal life and attitudes
Mario Roth privately lives modestly and in accordance with Slavonian upbringing. He lives in Zagreb (since 2019), but often returns to his native Osijek, which he calls his home. He regularly emphasizes the importance of family and friends and their advice to remain grounded and honest. In the interviews, he emphasizes modesty and charity – his parents told him to ‘stay our feet firmly on the ground’ and that the most important thing is to be a good person. He is currently in a happy love relationship, but he does not plan to get married soon – as he says, love does not need paper, but everyday care and attention.
rewards and successes
- 1991. – 3rd place on children’s festival Đecopjev (Split Children’s Singing Show).
- 2011. – Fender award for the best singer of Osijek-Baranja County.
- 2014. – prize Hit of the year on National Radio (with the Vigor group).
- million views. Thanks to popular videos (e.g. ‘still fail’), they have over a million YouTube views.
Conclusion
Maria Roth’s career is an example of many years of dedication and talent. From the boy who sang at children’s festivals, to the audience’s favorite and favorite television guest, Roth became one of the prominent figures of Croatian pop music. His strong voice, emotional songs and professionalism brought him a loyal audience – and it is announced that he will continue to entertain fans with new songs and performances.
For the latest information and songs, follow the official profiles of Mario Roth and the group Vigor on social networks. If you liked his musical style, be sure to listen to your favorite hits – maybe you will find a new song that you will love. Mario Roth continues to create music with the same passion he started – we believe that it will continue to be sung on many Croatian stages.
