So I'll hold on to the essence of this place The vibrant rhythms, the flavors, the smiling face Of a city that has stolen my heart, and made it stay In Istanbul, where East meets West, I'll find my way

The call to prayer, a melancholy sigh Echoes across the rooftops, as I say goodbye The Blue Mosque's six minarets, a majestic sight Will watch over Istanbul, through the dark of night

In the city's final glance, I see A reflection of the love that's been set free The memories we've made, the laughter and the tears Will stay with me, until I return, through all the years