Language(s) Kyrgyz Instrument(s) Jew's Harp; Komuz Composer and text: Musa Baetov (1902-1949) Performers: Tengir-Too, Kenjegül Kubatova, vocal solo
“The text of this song is nothing special,” says Nurlanbek Nishanov, “but the melody is beautiful. There’s love, melancholy, and nostalgia.” Thinking of you, I miss you; Remembering you, I realize your value. One day will I extinguish The flame that burns in my heart. On the next day I left on horseback for a long trip. If only my golden one came here! Is she living in good health in her village, She who is beloved and spoiled by the akyn? I say this as if singing With passion boiling inside me. Where is she now, The girl with eyes gleaming like a mountain ram?