While Əşrəfov's version remains the most iconic, the song has been covered by several other Azerbaijani artists, reflecting its enduring popularity:
The title translates roughly to "Oh, my Aytac, my daughter," where is a popular Azerbaijani female name meaning "moon-crown" (Ay = Moon, Tac = Crown). The lyrics celebrate the joy and light a daughter brings to a parent's life: Ay Menim Aytac Qizim Yukle
Baloğlan Əşrəfov (1951–2021) was an Honored Artist of Azerbaijan known for his soulful voice and contributions to the "meykhana" and folk genres. He wrote both the music and the lyrics for "Aytac Qızım," making it a deeply personal piece in his discography. You can find his official performances on platforms like YouTube and Spotify . While Əşrəfov's version remains the most iconic, the
Has performed similar "daughter" themed songs (e.g., "Ay Mənim Göyçək Qızım"), showing the broad appeal of this genre in the region. Baloğlan Əşrəfov - Aytac Qızım You can find his official performances on platforms
Often performs a modern arrangement of the song.
The song describes the daughter's beauty and the father's pride, often using metaphors like "crown of my life" or "light of my eyes".