The lyrics tell the story of a lover who has traveled long roads in the hope of reaching their beloved, only to realize the person they loved was unfaithful.

The protagonist expresses deep disappointment, referring to the beloved as "muhannet" (unfaithful/cowardly) and realizing that a "wicked girl" (gidinin kızı) cannot be a true partner.

Yollar seni gide gide usandım (I am weary of traveling your roads) Ayağıma diken battı gül sandım (A thorn pricked my foot, I thought it was a rose) Ben de seni bir vefalı yar sandım (And I thought you were a faithful lover)

The line "Ayağıma diken battı gül sandım" (A thorn pricked my foot, I thought it was a rose) illustrates how love can blind a person to the pain or red flags in a relationship.