The song (also known as "Elif" ) is a poignant folk piece by the late Turkish folk poet and ashik, Ali Kızıltuğ . It is often associated with themes of unrequited love, poverty, and the harsh realities of rural life. The Story of the Song
The track was featured on the 1986 album Yama Dağları under the Şah Plak label. Ali Kiziltug Elifim
It features Kızıltuğ's signature emotive bağlama playing and lyrics that reflect the struggles of the "Garip" (the poor or estranged). The song (also known as "Elif" ) is