Küçük Tülay was one of several "child stars" ( çocuk arabeskçiler ) in the Turkish music industry during the 1980s. These artists were known for performing emotionally heavy Arabesk music, often dealing with themes of separation, pain, and longing.
A metaphorical "gurbet" representing separation from a loved one. Listening Guide Gurbet - Song by Küçük Tülay - Apple Music Kucuk Tulay Gurbet
In Turkish culture, the word refers to a state of being away from home, often implying a sense of longing ( hasret ) for one’s homeland or family. In the context of her music, it typically signifies: Küçük Tülay was one of several "child stars"
Feelings of loneliness when living in a foreign place or a different city (like the rural-to-urban migration common in Turkey during that era). Listening Guide Gurbet - Song by Küçük Tülay
Her work typically blends traditional Turkish instruments with the melodramatic vocal style characteristic of Arabesk. The Meaning of "Gurbet"