Karam

Sezen Aksu · Serçe [1978]

Kopruler yaptIrdIm gelip gecmeye

cesmeler yaptIrdIm suyun icmeye karam

Kavli karar ettim alIp kacmaya

Bosa kostaklanma kostak degilsin karam

cIkma pencereye zulfun tellenir

Beyaz giyme eteklerin kirlenir karam

Gelme meyhaneye adIn dillenir

Bosa kostaklanma kostak degilsin karam

Armudu dalInda pazar eyledim

KasInI gozunu uzak eyledim karam

Seksen seftaliyi hazar eyledim

YanIlIpta guz almIsIm bilemem karam

Karam - Sezen Aksu

Sezen Aksu's "Karam" stands as a defining track from her 1978 album *Serçe*, capturing the raw emotional depth characteristic of her early career. As a pillar of Turkish folk and pop music, Aksu's voice delivers a narrative of longing and resilience that resonates deeply with listeners. The song exemplifies her ability to blend traditional melodic structures with contemporary sensibilities, creating a timeless recording that remains central to her discography. Released during a pivotal era for Turkish music, the track showcases her lyrical prowess and vocal control, establishing her reputation as a master storyteller. Its enduring popularity reflects the universal themes explored in the composition, cementing its place among her most celebrated works.