Olsaydım
Kayahan Lyrics

The lyrics of Kayahan’s song “Olsaydım” is a bittersweet expression of longing for a loved one who is always leaving. With the repeating lines of “Seni çok özledim, gece gözlüm benim” (I miss you so much, my night eyes), the singer describes the pain of separation and how the presence of the beloved is missed all the time. The metaphorical image of “Gemilere bin gel, yine gidersin” (Come aboard the ships, you’ll leave again) depicts the lover as someone who is always ready to leave and move on. The chorus part of the song presents a longing fantasy of becoming rain or wind to stay close to the loved one forever. The line “Unutuldum mu ben?” (Am I forgotten?) adds another layer of insecurity and vulnerability to the lyrics, showing the fear of being left behind and forgotten.

The lyrics of “Olsaydım” is a wonderful example of Kayahan’s poetic language skills and his ability to express complex human emotions through metaphors and images. The song captures the universal feeling of missing someone and the futile longing for a happy ending that may never come. The repeating lines of the song and the simple melody create a hypnotic and melancholic mood that resonates with anyone who has ever loved and lost.