İStanbul Lyrics (English Meaning) | Ragıb Narin

Ragıb Narin brings a heartfelt tune with ‘İstanbul,’ where lyrics by Ahmet Ali Barutçuoğlu and Oğuzhan Atmaca take center stage. The track blends a touching melody with poetic lines, crafted by the lyricists themselves. The music, produced by SVH Film ve Müzik and Mert Keçeli, adds depth to this sentimental piece.

İStanbul Lyrics (English Meaning) | Ragıb Narin
Released: February 13, 2026

İstanbul

Ragıb Narin

Lyricist
Ahmet Ali Barutçuoğlu, Oğuzhan Atmaca
Composer
Ahmet Ali Barutçuoğlu, Oğuzhan Atmaca, Svh Film Ve Müzik (Pasion Turca), Mert Keçeli

İstanbul Lyrics Translation – Ragıb Narin

The poet writes about sorting through memories, ‘I’ve shuffled through the pages, over and over.’ The songwriter uses physical imagery like ‘your frost just won’t fade away’ to express the lingering pain of loss. The performer’s voice carries the weight of a love that leaves Istanbul feeling too small.

Karistirdim sayfalari sayfalariI’ve shuffled through the pages, over and over,
Seciyorum bir siyahi bir beyazisorting the black ones from the white.
Gunesin yine dogmaz oldu uzerimeYour sun refuses to rise on me anymore,
Dinmez oldu ayazinand your frost just won’t fade away.
Kaldiramiyorum bana agir geliyorI can’t handle this, it’s weighing me down,
Yaz bitti yuregime kar geliyorsummer has ended, and snow is falling on my heart.
Yokluguna alisirim sandim amaI thought I’d get used to your absence, but
Sen gidince Istanbul dar geliyornow that you’re gone, Istanbul feels too small.

İstanbul Music Video

‘İstanbul’ is about heartbreak and longing. The lyrics reflect the struggle of moving on after losing someone. Ragıb Narin’s Turkish ballad captures the emptiness of a city that once felt full.