You were as close as a single breath,Tethered to life, yet flirting with death.Now I am weary, broken, and worn,Left with the pieces of a love that is torn.
I am drowning in silent, helpless lies,Watching the light drain right from your eyes.I reached for your hand in the freezing cold,To hold onto the stories we never told. Alp Yenier Bir Nefes Kadar
The song composed by Alp Yenier and featuring vocals by Gözde Öney for the Turkish drama series Kardeşlerim . You were as close as a single breath,Tethered
Inspired by the song's melancholic title (which translates to "As Close As a Breath" ) and its heavy emotional weight, here is an original poetic piece written to match its mood: As Close As a Breath Tethered to life