Uzbekistan's People's Artist Yulduz Usmonova presented her emotionally charged new performance on May 9, in honor of the Day of Remembrance and Appreciation. This song is dedicated to the memory of Shirin Abdullayeva, who passed away just 19 years old three months ago, bringing tears to the entire nation.
The lyrics of the song were written by Shirin's mother, Gulnoz Abdullayeva, expressing the endless longing for her child, the sorrow of a grieving mother, and the pain of a separation that can never be reversed. Yulduz Usmonova infused these lines with a new spirit and emotion through her powerful voice:
“If I reach out my hand, it’s not enough,
My embrace that holds you is empty.
You are the moon smiling in the sky,
Is this a dream, or just an illusion...”
After hearing this song, many could not hold back their tears. Yulduz Usmonova's performance moved not only Shirin's loved ones but the entire nation. The video of the song's performance quickly spread on social media, reaching people's hearts and resonating with the feelings of many of our compatriots.
Despite her young age, Shirin Abdullayeva has found a place in the hearts of many, and her bright memory will never be forgotten. This song performed by Yulduz Usmonova is a heartfelt expression of emotion for every mother who longs for her eternally separated child.
May Shirin's soul be at peace, and may her place be in paradise...
