The song (meaning "My Rose") by Kurdish artist Diyar Dersim is more than a simple love ballad; it is a profound expression of longing and identity.
Historically, because the word "Kurdistan" was often banned in song lyrics, artists used "Gul" or "Gulistan" (land of roses) as a metaphor for their homeland. When Diyar sings "Gula Min," he is often addressing the land he was forced to leave. The Artist's Journey: Diyar Dersim
The depth of the song is tied to Diyar's own life as an artist in exile: