You can listen to the official track or see performances on the Barış Manço - Bal Böceği (YouTube) video. bal böceği - sayfa 5 - ekşi sözlük
While not a formal narrative story, the lyrics tell a tale of unrequited love and a playful warning:
It remains a popular track in Turkish pop-rock history, frequently played at celebrations and remembered for its catchy "needle-stinging" metaphor for a lover's revenge or playfulness. Baris Manco Ama Benim Adim Bal
In the chorus, he invites her to come to him at night ( Hele gel, yine gel, bir gece vakti koynuma gel ). However, he adds a witty twist: "Ama benim adım bal böceği, bekleyemem ben bu geceyi. Gelir de koynuna girerim ama sonra da batırırım iğneyi." (But my name is honeybee, I can't wait for this night. I'll come and lay with you, but then I'll sting you with my needle). Cultural Significance
The line "" (But my name is bumblebee/honeybee) is the iconic chorus from the song "Bal Böceği" by the legendary Turkish artist Barış Manço . You can listen to the official track or
The narrator describes himself as a "traveler" ( seyyah ) who has wandered the world but never seen someone as heartless or "unfaithful" as his beloved.
Unlike many of Barış Manço's educational or purely philosophical songs, "Bal Böceği" is often noted for its flirtatious and humorous undertone. However, he adds a witty twist: "Ama benim
Released in as part of the album Müsaadenizle Çocuklar , the song is known for its playful, upbeat melody and clever, slightly mischievous lyrics. The "Story" Behind the Lyrics