The march, also known as "Mustafa Kemal Özgürlük Demek" (Mustafa Kemal Means Freedom), was written and composed by . It is widely performed during national holidays like Republic Day (October 29) and National Sovereignty and Children's Day (April 23).

(English: "Great Father, we are in your footsteps") is a popular Turkish patriotic march and slogan dedicated to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk , the founder of the Republic of Turkey. Anthem and Lyrics

: The song emphasizes that his principles will live on as a "promise of honor" ( şeref sözü ) from the Turkish youth. Cultural and Educational Significance

: "Mustafa Kemal özgürlük demek / En güzel şarkıdır dudaklarda" (Mustafa Kemal means freedom / It is the most beautiful song on lips).

The lyrics express eternal loyalty to Atatürk's principles: