Bir güneş gibi aydınlatırız karanlık ufuklarıBir güneş gibi aydınlatırız karanlık ufuklarıSevgi, saygı, umut doluyuzDoğruluktur yolumuzSevgi, saygı, umut doluyuzDoğruluktur yolumuz
The chorus emphasizes the characteristics of Atatürk's children: keeping their heads high, working hard, being honest, and focusing on the horizon. The song declares them peace children and non-extinguishing lights. umut doluyuzDoğruluktur yolumuzSevgi
The song (also known as "Ata Çocuklarıyız" or "Barış Çocuklarıyız") is a popular Turkish march with lyrics and music by music teacher Muharrem Baz . It is frequently performed in schools across Turkey, especially during national holidays like April 23rd (National Sovereignty and Children's Day). Below are the original solo lyrics for the song: Atatürk Çocukları (Söz - Müzik: Muharrem Baz) umut doluyuzDoğruluktur yolumuzSevgi