(I Will Leave) is one of the most powerful and iconic songs by the late Turkish-Kurdish artist Ahmet Kaya . Released in 1998 as part of the album Dosta Düşmana Karşı (Against Friend and Foe), the song is a staple of Turkish protest and folk-protest music. 1. The Core Meaning
The lyrics were written by , a frequent collaborator of Kaya's.
"I won't let you break me down" ( Ezdirmem sana kendimi ).
The lyrics express a firm resolve to move on from pain or a toxic situation, even if it means losing everything.
While often interpreted as a song about a romantic breakup, "Giderim" also reflects Kaya's own life of and exile .
"I can no longer stay with you, I will leave this evening" ( Artık seninle duramam, bu akşam çıkar giderim ).
(I Will Leave) is one of the most powerful and iconic songs by the late Turkish-Kurdish artist Ahmet Kaya . Released in 1998 as part of the album Dosta Düşmana Karşı (Against Friend and Foe), the song is a staple of Turkish protest and folk-protest music. 1. The Core Meaning
The lyrics were written by , a frequent collaborator of Kaya's. Ahmet Kaya Giderim
"I won't let you break me down" ( Ezdirmem sana kendimi ). (I Will Leave) is one of the most
The lyrics express a firm resolve to move on from pain or a toxic situation, even if it means losing everything. The Core Meaning The lyrics were written by
While often interpreted as a song about a romantic breakup, "Giderim" also reflects Kaya's own life of and exile .
"I can no longer stay with you, I will leave this evening" ( Artık seninle duramam, bu akşam çıkar giderim ).