Cem Erdost Ileri Trio Gul Yuzlu - Sultanim Akustik

: The lyrics use powerful metaphors, such as comparing the beloved's hair to a noose and expressing a willingness to be "dust under the feet" ( turab ) to show total surrender.

Watch the Cem Erdost İleri Trio perform this soulful acoustic version: Cem Erdost İleri Trio - Gül Yüzlü Sultanım (Akustik) Gizli Bahçe Akustik YouTube• Jun 20, 2021 Gül Yüzlü Sultanım (Akustik) @brhntrn - Smule

: Bass guitar, providing a deep, grounding rhythm. Cem Erdost Ileri Trio Gul Yuzlu Sultanim Akustik

is a classic Turkish folk song ( türkü ) that has been hauntingly reinterpreted by the Cem Erdost İleri Trio in their acoustic sessions. The piece is deeply rooted in Alevi-Bektashi tradition and is known for its mystical, spiritual undertones. Musical Arrangement

The trio has released several versions, including a well-known Gizli Bahçe Akustik performance and a more recent 2025 Live Sessions recording. : The lyrics use powerful metaphors, such as

: The "Sultan" with the rose-like face represents a divine or deeply idealized beloved.

: Vocals and kopuz (a traditional three-stringed instrument). The piece is deeply rooted in Alevi-Bektashi tradition

In the acoustic version, the trio blends traditional Anatolian sounds with modern elements: