Hande Ünsal takes the lead in ‘Halim,’ a song she co-wrote with Fatih Karaca, Sabi Saltiel, and Utku Ünsal. The lyrics writer, Fatih Karaca, crafts a poetic narrative of love and longing, while the tune blends melancholic melodies with a touch of warmth. Together, they create a sound that is both haunting and intimate.
Released: April 25, 2025
Halim
Hande Ünsal
Halim Lyrics English Translation by Hande Ünsal
Fatih Karaca pens lyrics that mix heartache with vivid details, like a cigarette on burning lips and a soul turning to ash. ‘We’re actually burning up, this is madness,’ the artist sings, capturing the intensity of love that feels both painful and irresistible. Each line adds to the emotional weight of the story.
Hâlimi bir sordun mu, pişman mı yüreğin?Have you asked about my state, does your heart feel regret?
Gözlerime bakınca o hızla düşmektenFrom falling so fast when you looked into my eyes.
Kor dudağa koydun mu cıgarayı güzelimDid you place the cigarette on your burning lips, my beauty?
Ben sana sen bana rüyayız döşektenYou and I are like a dream to each other in this bed.
Yanıyoruz aslında bir delilik buWe’re actually burning up, this is madness.
Hani yenilir yutulur değil ah buIt’s really not something easy to handle, oh this.
Körüğü bırak, ne olur gönder canımStop fanning the flames, please just send it, my dear.
Bahara bir yol ya da bir içim suA path to spring or just a sip of water.
Hepi topu gördüm bir kere amaI’ve only seen you once, all in all, but…
Yedi mührü şu canım küle döndü, ahWith its seven seals, this soul of mine has turned to ash, oh.
Buldu da beni serseri bir kurşunAnd a stray bullet found me.
Ah iki gözüm, zindanına düştüOh, my beloved, I’ve fallen into your dungeon.
Kaldım yâd ellerde, bazı hayallerdeI’m left in foreign lands, lost in certain dreams.
Aşkım, feryadım duyulmaz mı?My love, can’t my cry for help be heard?
Tatlı rüyalar ve acı bedellerleWith sweet dreams and bitter prices to pay.
Ben hazırım canım, uymaz mı?I’m ready, my dear, doesn’t that suit you?
Kaldım yâd ellerde, bazı hayallerdeI’m left in foreign lands, lost in certain dreams.
Aşkım, feryadım duyulmaz mı?My love, can’t my cry for help be heard?
Tatlı rüyalar ve razı bedellerleWith sweet dreams and prices I’ve accepted.
Ben hazırım dedim, uymaz mı?I said “I’m ready,” doesn’t that suit you?
Sensiz bir uyku uyunmaz mı?Can’t one sleep a wink without you?
Kar mı buz mu demedim, her yolu denedimI didn’t care if it was snow or ice, I tried every path.
Gözlerine kavuşmak hayal mi gerçekten?Is meeting your gaze really just a dream?
Böyle tutuşmayı ben ömrümde görmedimI’ve never seen such a burning passion in my life.
Uçtu fezaya ruhum yorgun düşünmektenMy soul flew into space, exhausted from thinking.
Yanıyoruz aslında bir delilik buWe’re actually burning up, this is madness.
Hani yenilir yutulur değil ah buIt’s really not something easy to handle, oh this.
Körüğü bırak, ne olur gönder canımStop fanning the flames, please just send it, my dear.
Bahara bir yol ya da bir içim suA path to spring or just a sip of water.
Hepi topu gördüm bir kere amaI’ve only seen you once, all in all, but…
Yedi mührü şu canım küle döndü, ahWith its seven seals, this soul of mine has turned to ash, oh.
Buldu da beni serseri bir kurşunAnd a stray bullet found me.
Ah iki gözüm zindanına düştüOh, my beloved, I’ve fallen into your dungeon.
Kaldım yâd ellerde, bazı hayallerdeI’m left in foreign lands, lost in certain dreams.
Aşkım, feryadım duyulmaz mı?My love, can’t my cry for help be heard?
Tatlı rüyalar ve acı bedellerleWith sweet dreams and bitter prices to pay.
Ben hazırım canım, uymaz mı?I’m ready, my dear, doesn’t that suit you?
Kaldım yâd ellerde, bazı hayallerdeI’m left in foreign lands, lost in certain dreams.
Aşkım, feryadım duyulmaz mı?My love, can’t my cry for help be heard?
Tatlı rüyalar ve razı bedellerleWith sweet dreams and prices I’ve accepted.
“Ben hazırım” dedim, uymaz mı?I said “I’m ready,” doesn’t that suit you?
Sensiz bir uyku uyunmaz mı?Can’t one sleep a wink without you?
Halim Music Video
The lyrics of ‘Halim’ describe a love that is both consuming and fragile. Hande Ünsal delivers the song with a heartfelt performance, making it a standout piece in modern Turkish music.