Ya Babour
Walid Toufic Lyrics

The lyrics of Walid Toufic's song, "Ya Babour" speak of the longing for one's homeland, Beirut. The song is addressed to a ship that is sailing towards Beirut, with the hope that it reaches its destination. The ship is personified as "Ya Babour," which means "O ship" in Arabic. The singer asks the ship to brave the waves and reach Beirut, his beloved homeland.

The singer expresses his love and attachment to Lebanon, especially the area with its famed cedar trees. He speaks of his desire to live and die in this beautiful land. He hopes that the ship brings the winds of change, turning his night into day, and bringing him peace and happiness. The only way he can be truly happy is if he sees Beirut again.

The song also mentions the singer's wish that the ship does not let any other ship surpass it and arrive at the port of Beirut first. The desire to see his homeland is so strong that he asks the ship to take his eyes and take the light with it as well. The lyrics express a deep emotional bond between the singer and his homeland, which he wants to experience again.