Uçurtma
Şebnem Ferah Lyrics

The lyrics of Şebnem Ferah's song "Uçurtma" convey a sense of nostalgia and reflection as the singer reflects on the past and the present. The first verse begins with the lines "Gelmişim, geçmişim birden, aniden buharlaştı," which can be translated to "My past suddenly evaporated." The singer appears to be in a room surrounded by books, and as they look out onto the world, it seems to be slowly unfolding before them.

The second verse draws a vivid comparison between the wind and a child's kite. The lines "Yeldeğirmeni rüzgarla, rüzgar uçurtmayla geldi" can be translated to "The wind came with the windmill, the wind brought the kite." This comparison underscores the idea that even seemingly insignificant events can have a profound impact on our lives, just as the wind blowing a kite can change the course of a child's day. The final lines of the verse describe how the kite is viewed through the eyes of a child, with a mixture of curiosity and fear.

The final verse touches on notions of fate and transcendence, with the lines "Kaldırımda bir güvercin birden yüzüstü yere uzandı" which can be translated as "A pigeon suddenly fell down on the pavement." The image of the fallen pigeon is juxtaposed with a mention of a soul rising up to the heavens. This contrast evokes a sense of both finality and possibility. The song ends with a repetition of the refrain, "Ben en güzel şarkımı henüz yazmadım," which translates to "I haven't written my most beautiful song yet," perhaps symbolizing the idea of continuing to strive for creative inspiration and growth.