In your absence, the flowers have withered and turned away from the water.
Described as "duygusal" (emotional) and "acı" (painful/bitter) by listeners. Ay Tutulur Gulusunu Gordugu Zaman
The lyrics utilize strong metaphors to convey the depth of the narrator's sorrow. Turkish Lyrics Excerpt English Meaning Ay tutulur gülüşünü gördüğü zaman vefasız In your absence, the flowers have withered and