(I love you in Kurdish) is a popular emotional and political poem often shared in Turkish and Kurdish social media circles. It uses the metaphor of a forbidden or "illegal" love to describe the Kurdish identity and experience in Turkey. Key Themes of the Poem
The poem often includes lines like "If I love you, the integrity of the state will be broken" or "If I love you, the country will be divided," reflecting on the historical sensitivity surrounding the Kurdish language and identity.
It mentions "kaçak tütün" (smuggled tobacco) and "kaçak çay" (illegal tea), which are common cultural staples in the region.
You can find various recitations and adaptations of this poem on platforms like Smule and social media like Instagram .