"İlk Adım" is a song by Turkish rapper Hi̇dra. The lyrics revolve around the struggles and determination he faced while trying to release his album. The song reflects his journey as an artist, battling with self-doubt and feeling overwhelmed. Despite these challenges, Hi̇dra emphasizes his perseverance and refusal to give up on his passion for music. In the beginning of the song, Hi̇dra acknowledges that he is once again taking the first step towards his goals. He questions who he is telling his story to, as he has faced difficulties in releasing this album. Over the past few months, he has felt so burdened that he even considered giving up. However, he realizes that he has no choice but to succeed and keep working towards his dreams. He shares how for six months, he struggled to write what he wanted to because he was unable to find inspiration. Despite feeling trapped and exhausted, the fact that he was earning money drew attention from others who started following him. As time was running out, Hi̇dra reflects on his journey and wonders how he ended up in this place, trembling and wrapped up in rap. Despite the challenges, he still had a strong desire to make music. He asserts that he will stay standing and won't go anywhere. The artist then addresses the negativity associated with rap music, as some people told him to quit music and find a stable job. He expresses his confusion about the phrase "find a stable job" and implies that giving up music doesn't automatically mean he would resort to destructive behavior. He acknowledges that what he sees with his own eyes is not necessarily his reality, as his songs are being sung and appreciated by others. He urges his listeners to close their eyes and trust him because they have never seen something like this before. He asserts that Hip-Hop is still alive because he is still alive and creating music. Overall, "İlk Adım" is a song that highlights the struggles, doubts, and determination of Hi̇dra as an artist, emphasizing his refusal to give up on his passion for music, despite the challenges he faces.
