The second stanza mentions natural beauty like "green shaded pines" and "whispering streams" that might tempt one to rest, but the march urges the listener to remain steadfast in their duty. Where to Listen
The lyrics emphasize moving forward toward a "dawn" (tanyeri) of glory and victory, overcoming darkness and obstacles.
Celal Emrem, who was Canselen's literature teacher at the time.
Yürü! Bu yol şeref ve şan yolu, Karşında bekliyor seni tan yeri. Yürü! Atıl! Devir karanlığı, Durma yürü, haydi ileri!