"Quşlar" (Birds), often referred to by its opening line , is a classic Azerbaijani children's song and poem. The lyrics were written by the renowned poet Abbas Sahhat , and the music is often attributed to composers like Afsar Javanshirov or Fikret Amirov . Song Overview
Uşaq mahnilari - Quşlar quşlar ay quşlar | Official audio Ushaq Mahnilari Qushlar Ay Qushlar
The song is a gentle dialogue between a child and birds (specifically swallows), asking them not to fly away and leave the child sad. It is a staple in Azerbaijani preschool and primary education, frequently performed by children's choirs like Bənövşə . Lyrics (Excerpt) "Quşlar" (Birds), often referred to by its opening
"Var isticə ölkələr, / Qışda sizə xoş gələr." (There are warm countries / That you will like in winter) It is a staple in Azerbaijani preschool and
"A quşlarım getməyin, / Məni qəmgin etməyin." (Oh my birds, do not go / Do not make me sad)