Originally titled this song is an anonymous folk piece ( türkü ) from the Diyarbakır region . The lyrics describe a scene of admiration and courtship, centered around a puşu —a traditional tasseled headscarf common in the region. The traditional lyrics often include:
The enduring appeal of the song lies in its simplicity and its refrain. The phrase acts as a rhythmic filler—similar to "la la la"—that invites everyone to join in the chorus. Whether performed as a soulful Diyarbakır türkü or a high-energy dance track, it remains a bridge between Turkey's traditional past and its lively modern pop culture. basindaki_pusumudur_loy_loy
The lyrics (Is that a puşu on your head?) belong to a traditional Turkish folk song from the Diyarbakır region, though it is widely known through energetic modern interpretations like those by Ankaralı Namık and Ankaralı Coşkun . Originally titled this song is an anonymous folk
Başındaki puşu mudur loy loy? (Is that a puşu on your head?) Diyarbekir işi midir loy loy? (Is it made in Diyarbakır?) The phrase acts as a rhythmic filler—similar to
Here is a blog post exploring its cultural roots and modern popularity.
Bugün yarim bize gelmiş loy loy... (Today my beloved came to us...) The Modern Evolution: The "Loy Loy" Craze
In the early 2000s, the song underwent a major transformation. Artists like Ankaralı Namık and Ankaralı Coşkun adapted the folk melody into the genre—a high-tempo, synthesizer-heavy style designed for dancing.