The lyrics describe a protagonist addressing "Leyla," their lost love, whose absence has destroyed their home and spirit.
: The protagonist describes a life that was once full of warmth and light (summer). When the beloved leaves, that light is extinguished, replaced by the metaphorical frost of winter and "snow falling on the head" (premature aging or sorrow).
: The song ends with a poignant wish: "Mevlam ayrılık vermesin gökte uçan kuşa" (May God not give separation even to the bird flying in the sky), highlighting that this pain is so severe it shouldn't be wished upon any living creature. Muslum Gurses Nilgul Yazimi Kisa Cevirdin
The 2008 performance on the Baba Show by Müslüm Gürses and Nilgül is widely considered one of the most soul-stirring renditions, blending Gürses' heavy arabesque style with Nilgül's modern vocal touch.
Watch this iconic performance of the song, where the raw emotion of the lyrics is brought to life: Müslüm Gürses & Nilgül - Yazımı Kışa Çevirdin Nilgül Badakal YouTube• Apr 7, 2015 Nilgül - Yazımı Kışa Çevirdin (Official Audio) The lyrics describe a protagonist addressing "Leyla," their
: Despite the depth of the pain, the protagonist feels that anything they say now is in vain ( "Ne söylesem boşa" ), as the separation is final.
The song (You Turned My Summer Into Winter), famously performed as a duet by Müslüm Gürses and Nilgül , is a deeply emotional folk-arabesque piece originally by İzzet Altınmeşe and popularized by Neşet Ertaş. It tells a story of heartbreak, where a lover's departure leaves a life in ruins, metaphorically turning a bright "summer" season into a cold, desolate "winter". The Story of "Leyla’m" : The song ends with a poignant wish:
: The phrase "Viran oldu evim yurdum" (My home and homeland became a ruin) signifies that the loss is not just emotional but foundational—the singer's entire sense of belonging is gone.