I love every song Haris Alexiou has ever sung, but this one gives me chills every single time. Μπαρμπαγιαννακάκης has that rare mix of humour, drama, and emotion that only she can deliver. It begins like a bit of playful village advice. “Don’t be afraid of him, Loula, Marikoula. Even if he’s a beast, say yes, κουρμπάν.” The word κουρμπάν comes from the Turkish word kurban, meaning “sacrifice” or “offering to God.” In Greek songs it is used as a term of deep love, a way of saying I’d give myself