The refrain "Olsun" (which translates to "Let it be") serves as a mantra of surrender, acknowledging that they are no longer innocent or free from lies, and that the only path forward is to let the chips fall where they may. Behind the Collaboration
The narrator tells their former partner, "I will go, let Istanbul be yours," deciding to leave the city to avoid the memories attached to it. Olsun (Akustik) - Zeynep BastД±k, @Sertab Erener
The "story" within the lyrics unfolds as a series of steps one takes to survive a heartbreak: The refrain "Olsun" (which translates to "Let it
They mention getting a cat for companionship and suggest the former partner "call their mother"—implying that they are both returning to separate lives and seeking comfort in basic, foundational things. The original song was a massive hit for
The original song was a massive hit for Sertab Erener, who first received the demo from her husband, guitarist , while returning from a concert in Ankara. The acoustic version with Zeynep Bastık, released around January 2022 , reinterprets this tale of survival through a stripped-back, emotional lens, emphasizing the shared feminine strength in moving on from "sorrow and frustration". AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Olsun (Akustik) - Zeynep Bastık, @sertaberener