Tien Afto

What Is This Thing Called Love?

Tien Afto is a beautiful love song, sung in Greek, that has been popular among belly dancers for many years. Its lyrical rhythm makes it especially well-suited for veil work. The translation that appears here on this web page was provided by Harry Saroyan, one of the musicians who has recorded this song.

Listen To A Clip Of This Song

Would you like to hear what this song sounds like? This audio clip comes from the recording Saroyan Sings "An Oriental Bouquet", which is sold by Saroyan Mastercrafts. See "Acknowledgements" below to find out how you can order this CD.

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Lyrics

What is this thing called love, what is it?
What is it that secretly drives our hearts
With so much nostalgia?
What is this thing called love, what is it, what is it?
It's a smile, a tear, sun and rain and
The end of the start of our lives.
Never, never has a wise man found the answer
And the explanation to give us yet.
What is this thing called love, what is it, what is it?
That makes us to sing the song ...

                I love you
                I love you
                I love you

Acknowledgements

Many thanks to Harry Saroyan for giving me this translation to include on my web site! Harry Saroyan, owner of Saroyan Mastercrafts, Inc., is a master craftsman who makes finger cymbals and costume coins as well as a popular recording artist.

With his popularity and expertise in the belly dance communities, he is continually invited to perform at and be the Master of Ceremonies for events as well as judge belly dance competitions. Harry's love, devotion and contributions to Middle Eastern Arts have made him very popular with belly dancers throughout the Los Angeles area who have the good fortune to work with him locally as well as with dancers worldwide who have enjoyed his finger cymbals, coins, and music.

If you would like to order Harry's cassette tape or CD, Saroyan Sings "An Oriental Bouquet", which includes this song, visit his web site at www.saroyanzils.com. Alternatively, you can contact Harry as follows:

Saroyan Mastercrafts
P.O. Box 2056
Riverside, CA 92516

Phone: (+1) (909) 276-9925 or (+1) (909) 783-2050
Fax (+1) (909) 276-8510
E-Mail: zilsusa@aol.com