The title translates to a common metaphor in Turkish folk poetry for separation, longing, and the weight of sorrow.
is a poignant Turkish folk song famously performed by the late Turkish-German musician Engin Nurşani . Written and composed by his father, the renowned folk artist Aşık Ali Nurşani , the song is a staple of contemporary Anatolian folk music. Overview and Musical Context
The lyrics "Yüce dağ başında kardım eridim" (I was snow on the peak of the great mountain, I melted) serve as a metaphor for a heart dissolving under the heat of grief or love.
The song was featured on Engin Nurşani's 2003 debut album, Adına Bir Çizik Çektim , and later appeared in live recordings such as the Almanya Bad Kreuznach Kaydı in 2004.