Watch the Cem Erdost İleri Trio perform this soulful acoustic version: Cem Erdost İleri Trio - Gül Yüzlü Sultanım (Akustik) Gizli Bahçe Akustik YouTube• Jun 20, 2021 Gül Yüzlü Sultanım (Akustik) @brhntrn - Smule

: The "Sultan" with the rose-like face represents a divine or deeply idealized beloved.

The song's lyrics are credited to the 18th-century poet . The verses explore themes of profound longing, spiritual devotion, and the pain of love:

: Bass guitar, providing a deep, grounding rhythm.

The trio has released several versions, including a well-known Gizli Bahçe Akustik performance and a more recent 2025 Live Sessions recording.