He became popular when he played the lead role of Askar, the wealthy peddler, in a movie Arshin Mal Alan (“The Cloth Peddler”) which was based on a 1913 musical comedy by Uzeyir Hajibeyov.
Rashid’s father, Majid Behbudlu was a well-known singer too.
He toured and performed concerts in several countries including: the United Kingdom, Finland, Iran, Turkey, China, Albania, Bulgaria, Belgium, Ethiopia, India, Iraq, Chile, Argentina.
In Azerbaijan, the name Rashid Behbudov is automatically linked to the history of Azeri popular music. His vocal masterpieces range from proud hymns devoted to the beauty of the Motherland to tender, lyrical confessions of love.
He is especially remembered for his portrayal of Askar, the rich, merchant in search of love in the 1945 movie version of Uzeyir Hajibeyov’s music comedy, “Arshin Mal Alan.” Rashid Behbudov’s rare talent did not develop overnight. However, once he was discovered, his fame spread like wild fire, and he toured tirelessly, giving concerts one after another all over the world. Even though travel for those who lived behind the “Iron Curtain” was generally restricted, exceptions were made for Rashid.
Kuchalara Soo Sapmisham
Rashid Beibutov Lyrics
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Küçələrə su səpmişəm
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
Elə gəlsin elə getsin
Elə gəlsin elə getsin
Aramızda söz olmasın
Samavara ot salmışam
Samavara ot salmışam
İstəkənə qənd salmışam
İstəkənə qənd salmışam
Yarım gedib tək qalmışam
Yarım gedib tək qalmışam
Nə əzizdir yarın canı
Nə şirindir yarın canı
Küçələrə su səpmişem
Küçələrə su səpmişəm
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
Küçələrə su səpmişem
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
The lyrics to Rashid Beibutov's song Kuchalara Soo Sapmisham are about preparing for the arrival of a loved one. The singer is watering the streets in anticipation of their lover's arrival so that there will be no dust when they arrive. The lyrics suggest that the singer is anxious and excited to see their lover, and they want everything to be perfect. They ask for no gossip or bad blood between them when their lover arrives, indicating that they want their relationship to be pure and not tainted by negative rumors or competition.
The second verse talks about the items the singer has prepared for their lover's arrival. They have prepared a samovar with tea and also lit the incense to create a welcoming atmosphere. The singer expresses their longing for their lover, who they have been waiting for and wondering if they will show up. The final lines speak to the love and sweetness the singer feels towards their lover, and they repeat the phrase "Kuchalara soo sapmisham" several times to emphasize their preparation for the arrival of their loved one.
Overall, the lyrics are a heartfelt expression of love, anticipation, and preparation for a special moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Küçələrə su səpmişem
I have sprinkled water on the streets
Küçələrə su səpmişəm
I have sprinkled water on the streets
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
So that there won't be any dust when my beloved comes
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
So that there won't be any dust when my beloved comes
Elə gəlsin elə getsin
Let my beloved come and go freely
Elə gəlsin elə getsin
Let my beloved come and go freely
Aramızda söz olmasın
Let there be no words between us
Aramızda söz olmasın
Let there be no words between us
Samavara ot salmışam
I have spread sad memories
İstəkənə qənd salmışam
I have burned bridges behind me
Yarım gedib tək qalmışam
I have become half while walking alone
Nə əzizdir yarın canı
How precious is my beloved's life
Nə şirindir yarın canı
How sweet is my beloved's life
Küçələrə su səpmişem
I have sprinkled water on the streets
Küçələrə su səpmişəm
I have sprinkled water on the streets
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
So that there won't be any dust when my beloved comes
Yar gələndə toz olmasın
So that there won't be any dust when my beloved comes
Contributed by Cameron W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.