Corbel now lives in Paris and performs in France and abroad. Her music blends ancient poems and compositions, celtic tunes and Mediterranean influences. She was noticed during her concerts and had the opportunity to play with the greatest “world music” artists:
Yarim Gitti
Cécile Corbel Lyrics
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Yar yar yar aman
Yarim gitti cesmeye
Yaralarim desmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yaralarim desmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Tar yar yar aman
Neyitn varsa vereyim
Elinden su icmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Elinden su icmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yarim gitti cesmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yarim gitti cesmeye
Yaralarim desmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yaralarim desmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Neyitn varsa vereyim
Tar yar yar aman
Neyitn varsa vereyim
Elinden su icmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Elinden su icmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yarim gitti cesmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yarim gitti cesmeye
Yaralarim desmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Yaralarim desmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Neyitn varsa vereyim
Tar yar yar aman
Neyitn varsa vereyim
Elinden su icmeye
Yar yar yar aman
Elinden su icmeye
Yar yar yar aman
The lyrics to Cécile Corbel's Yarim Gitti convey a feeling of longing and heartbreak. The repeated phrase "yar yar yar aman" can be roughly translated to "beloved, beloved, beloved alas", adding to the feeling of sorrow. The singer laments the departure of her "yarim" to the "cesme", or fountain, and speaks of her wounds, both physical and emotional. She offers to give all she has, whether it be her "neyitn" (possibly her possessions or money) or to drink water from her lover's hand. However, none of these efforts can bring her yarim back to her.
The words "yarim gitti cesmeye" can be interpreted to mean "my beloved went to the fountain", which has a symbolic meaning in Turkish culture. The fountain is seen as a source of life, and is often compared to the source of life itself, or God. In this context, the departure of the yarim to the fountain is a metaphor for death or the afterlife. The singer is expressing her grief and longing for her loved one who has passed away and is no longer able to return to her.
Overall, Yarim Gitti is a song about loss and grief, and the powerlessness one feels when faced with the departure of a loved one. The repetition of the phrase "yar yar yar aman" throughout the song reinforces the sense of longing and sadness, and the references to the fountain add a layer of symbolism that deepens the emotional impact of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Yarim gitti cesmeye
My beloved has gone to the fountain
Yar yar yar aman
Oh dear, oh dear, oh my
Yaralarim desmeye
My wounds ache
Neyitn varsa vereyim
Whatever I have, I would give
Tar yar yar aman
Oh darling, oh dear, oh my
Elinden su icmeye
To drink water from your hand
Contributed by Colton I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@pokolikespeko
OMG....she is a goddess....and an exceptional talent! An angel, and a wonderful example of what is wonderful in this world. Thanks so much! Love, Michael
@ronchow2010
I don't understand a word, but still enjoy this piece immensely. Great vocal and instrument talent!
@edauzak
Thanks for this nice singing and playing on turkish traditional song... I like alot... Greetings from İstanbul...
@javadude54
Not only is the song beautifully arranged and performed but watching Cécile's hands while she plays is a treat in itself. It's like she's magically pulling the notes out of the air....
@Skeksistential-crisis
I like to dance around to this when I think no ones looking- I just love this song! simply magnificent- but her music always is!!
@324234124
Harpa céltica, melodia turca Cécile Corbel, cantora e intérprete de harpa francesa, é conhecida por cantar em Francês, Bretão, Irlandês, Japonês e Turco. Neste vídeo, interpreta magnificamente uma cantiga tradicional turca: ‘Yarim Gitti’ (O meu amor foi-se).
@northling100
What a lovely Turkish song!
@sabine9641
Bravo, mon rêve...Beaucoup de travail derrière, de maîtrise...La perfection, une vraie splendeur. Merci . ♥♥♥
@RachmaninoffSatieOrf
Powerful and beautiful
@JustALifelessCocoon
Arrietty's song took me here. I'm glad it did. Wonderful song!