Sen Sivas I Seyret Apr 2026

"Sen Sivas'ı Seyret" (translated as "You Watch Sivas, Let Me Watch You") is a poignant Turkish folk song ( türkü ) that has become a regional anthem for Sivas. It is most widely recognized through the performance of Ceylan and Telli Kılıç , but its cultural roots lie in the traditional folk storytelling of Central Anatolia. Origins and Authorship

The song, often titled "" (Let's Go Up to the Castle), was penned by the folk poet Mehmet Ferhat (known as "Garip") and composed by Hasan Erdoğan . Sen Sivas I Seyret

The song is a masterclass in the gurbet (longing for home/loved ones) genre of Turkish music. Its lyrics describe an evening ascent to the historical to overlook the city. "Sen Sivas'ı Seyret" (translated as "You Watch Sivas,

: While it has been performed for decades in folk circles, professional studio versions gained massive popularity in the early 2010s, notably on Telli Kılıç's 2012 album, Sen Sivas'ı Seyret . Lyrical Meaning and Themes The song is a masterclass in the gurbet