"Sen bir selvi dalısın, güzel" (You are like a cypress branch—meaning tall and graceful).
Experience the different versions and live performances of this classic track:
(also known as "Sarışınsın Sarışın") is a classic Turkish folk-pop song performed by the legendary İbrahim Tatlıses . The track is celebrated for its rhythmic, upbeat energy and is a staple in the Arabesque music genre. Key Details and History
The song is characterized by its driving percussion and traditional Turkish instruments, often accompanied by the powerful, emotive vocal delivery Tatlıses is famous for. It is frequently performed at weddings and celebrations across Turkey and the Middle East.
"Sana çirkin demişler, güzel... Sen gönlümün malısın" (They called you ugly, beautiful... but you are the treasure of my heart). Performance Style
The title translates to and the lyrics are a playful, adoring tribute to a beautiful woman. Key lines include:
While some sources attribute the lyrics to İbrahim Tatlıses himself and the music to Burhan Bayar , others credit it as an anonymous folk arrangement (Anonim).
The song first gained significant popularity with his 1983 album Yalan .