Neşet Ertaş was a legendary Turkish folk musician, singer, and poet who was known for his deep, emotional songs that captured the spirit of Anatolian folk music. His music was rooted in the Bozlak tradition, a style of folk singing from Central Anatolia.
Despite facing hardships, including financial struggles in Germany, Neşet Ertaş remained a loved cultural icon.
He was also honored as a UNESCO Living Human Treasure for his contributions to Turkish folk music.
About the Song
“Gönül Dağı” by Neşet Ertaş is a deeply emotional Turkish folk song about love, longing, and heartbreak. It is soulful, and its heartfelt lyrics remain one of Turkey’s most cherished folk songs.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Released Date | 1998 |
| Album | NA |
| Writer(s) | Neşet Ertaş |
| Producer(s) | Neşet Ertaş |
Gönül Dağı Original Lyrics by Neşet Ertaş
Bölüm 1
Gönül dağı, yağmur yağmur boran olunca
Akar can özünde, sel gizli gizli
Bir tenhada, can cananı bulunca
Sina mı yaralar
Yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy
Dil gizli gizli, dil gizli gizli
Sina mı yaralar
Yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy
Dil gizli gizli, dil gizli gizli
Bölüm 2
Dost elinden gel olmazsa varılmaz
Rızasız bahçanın gülü derilmez
Kalpten kalbe bir yol vardır görülmez
Gonülden gonüle gider
Yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy
Yol gizli gizli, yol gizli gizli
Gonülden gonüle
Yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy
Yol gizli gizli, yol gizli gizli
Bölüm 3
Seher vakti, garip garip bülbül öterken
Kipriklerim oku, yâr yâr cana batarken
Cümle alem uykusunda yatarken
Kimseler görmeden
Yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy
Gel gizli gizli, gel gizli gizli
Hoyratlar görmeden
Yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy, yâr oy
Gel gizli gizli, gel gizli gizi
English Translation of Gönül Dağı
Part 1
Mountain of the heart, when rain and rain become a storm
The soul flows from its core, a flood secretly In
a solitude, when the soul finds its lover,
does Sinai wound?
Dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy
Tongue secretly, tongue secretly,
does Sinai wound?
Dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy
Tongue secretly, tongue secretly
Part 2 You can’t reach it
if you don’t come from a friend’s hand
The rose of a garden without consent cannot be picked
There is a path from heart to heart, it cannot be seen
It goes from heart to heart
Dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy, dear oy
The path secretly, the path secretly From heart
to heart
Dear oy, lover vote, lover vote, lover vote, lover vote, lover vote
The way is secret, the way is secret,
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Part 3
At dawn, while the strange nightingale sings
, Read my eyelashes, my beloved, while
the soul sinks, While the whole world lies asleep,
Without anyone seeing
, Oh my friend, oh my friend, oh my friend, oh my friend, oh my friend , oh my
friend Come secretly, come secretly,
without the rude ones seeing
, Oh my friend, oh my friend, oh my friend, oh my friend, oh my friend
Come secretly, come secretly, secretly
Similar Songs Like Gönül Dağı
Here’s a list of popular traditional Turkish songs like Gönül Dağı that you might like:
- Zahidem: It is a melancholic song about unfulfilled love. In this piece, Neşet Ertaş sings about his deep admiration for a woman named Zahide.
- Ah Yalan Dünya: This is a deeply emotional song reflecting on the temporary nature of life, with its sad and philosophical lyrics.
- Neredesin Sen: It is a heartbreaking folk song about separation and loneliness. The slow, sorrowful tune combined with Ertaş’s powerful voice makes it a classic in Turkish folk music.
Similar Artists Like Neşet Ertaş
Here’s a list of similar Turkish artists like Neşet Ertaş, if you are looking to explore more Turkish cultural music:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Song Gönül Dağı About?
The song’s meaning generally explores themes of love, longing, and emotional landscapes.
Are There any Notable Awards for the Song?
There are no specific notable awards for Gönül Dağı by any of the artists.
What Genres are Represented?
The song covers genres like Turkish folk, psych-folk (Altın Gün), and traditional Turkish music (Neşet Ertaş).
