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Using the metaphor of leaving Istanbul, the song depicts the struggle of "dancing with time" while trying to navigate the world's streets without the person who felt like their very "breath". Music Availability
The "story" within the lyrics follows a narrator who is emotionally paralyzed by the absence of a loved one:
The song (Like a Dream) by Kurtuluş Kuş is a melancholic Turkish pop track that explores the visceral pain of unrequited love and the lingering presence of a past relationship. The Story Behind the Music
The narrator describes a state where nights and days blur together. They feel as though they are "in the head" of their former partner, who picks up the phone but remains silent or cries secretly.
You can find the official audio and various versions through these platforms: Rüya Gibi - song and lyrics by Kurtuluş Kuş - Spotify
The song's journey to the artist was a collaborative effort involving Kurtuluş Kuş’s sister, , and producer Tolga Aykut , who helped transform the composition into a professional project. It was written by Furkan Özsan and Onur Koç , and officially released on January 8, 2021, under the DMC (Doğan Music Company) label. Lyric Narrative and Themes
The lyrics emphasize that while the narrator still feels the pain—likening it to a "carved sentence" in the mind—they recognize the relationship is over, telling the other person, "Don't look for me, I'm not the old me".