Niyaz “Parishaan“ at Mix Box, Paris, France 2012

This is a song based on a traditional folk song from Iran with poetry by 11th century Persian poet Baba Taher. The chorus melody is traditional and the verse melodies and instrumental sections were composed by Azam Ali and Loga Ramin Torkian. Poetry translation: I came into this world with no possessions Awarded only a yearning heart All those who came before me have returned to the dust And it is from this dust which I have been created O beloved, when will you arrive I cannot bear one moment of this separation Lucky are those who are on your path Lucky are those who place their head at your feet I am even willing to surrender my heart To those whose hearts hold your love Even if you have a crown and sit at a throne In the end you will have nothing Even if you are destined for great riches In the end you will return to the dust -Baba Taher (11th century Persian poet)