The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the Rize region, specifically focusing on the rain falling over tea plantations. A central metaphor in the song compares "Ayşem’s lips" to , a highly prized and expensive medicinal honey produced in the Anzer Plateau of Rize. The song also references the "Tea Queen" (Çay Güzeli), a nod to the local cultural importance of tea production.
The song blends the rhythmic energy of Black Sea folk music with themes of nature and romance. Ayhan Alptekin, known for his contributions to the "Karadeniz Tavern" style, often focused his lyrics on daily life in the Black Sea region—rain, tea harvesting, and local folklore. March 12, 2014. Album: Şahlandı Karadeniz . Lyricist: Zihni Cinan. Composer: Ayhan Alptekin. Lyrical Themes Ayhan Alptekin Anzer Bali
is a signature folk song by the late Black Sea musician Ayhan Alptekin , released in 2014 as part of his album Şahlandı Karadeniz . The song is celebrated for its traditional Black Sea melodies and its poetic use of regional imagery, particularly the comparison of a loved one's beauty to the world-famous Anzer honey. Musical and Cultural Significance The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the