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While Cemal Öztaş is the original creator, the song has been famously performed by other Turkish folk legends:
Listen to the original and popular versions of this folk classic: Cemal ÖZTAŞ - Dereler Coşarsa göller neydecek YouTube · CEMAL ÖZTAŞ-1965 Sabahat Akkiraz Dereler coşarsa(uh) / Yar Ali YouTube · Akkiraz Müzik Cemal ÖZTAŞ - Dereler Coşarsa Göller Neydecek YouTube · CEMAL ÖZTAŞ-1965 Musical Style Turkish Folk (Türk Halk Müziği). Cemal Oztas Dereler Cosarsa Goller Neydecek
Her powerful rendition is widely recognized in the Alevi-Bektashi folk tradition. While Cemal Öztaş is the original creator, the
"I loved a beauty, what will others (the 'hands') do? If I loved that beauty, will a path go beyond death?" If I loved that beauty, will a path go beyond death
It often transitions from a rhythmic section into a free-form "Uzun Hava" segment, showcasing the singer's range and emotional expression. If you'd like, I can help you with: A full translation of the lyrics into English The Bağlama notes (notaları) for this song Information on other Cemal Öztaş compositions Sabahat Akkiraz Dereler coşarsa(uh) / Yar Ali
Often performs it with a traditional "Uzun Hava" (long air) style, emphasizing the improvisational vocal depth.
The lyrics express a deep, personal devotion that defies external judgment.