Sayiram Onacan Usaq Musiqisi Oqtay Zulfuqarov Teymur Elcin Ifa Emin Ismayilov Apr 2026

The numbers are divided playfully between "ours" and "yours." Numbers 1, 2, 6, and 7 are designated for the child. Numbers 3, 4, 8, and 9 are designated for the listener.

Teymur Elçin, a prominent poet whose work often focused on themes accessible to young children. The numbers are divided playfully between "ours" and "yours

Oqtay Zülfüqarov , a People's Artist of Azerbaijan known for his extensive contributions to children's music. Oqtay Zülfüqarov , a People's Artist of Azerbaijan

The song culminates with the number 10 , personified as a guest coming to visit, wearing a new red dress and gloves. Core Credits This educational piece is a staple in Azerbaijani

(I'm Counting to Ten) is a classic Azerbaijani children's song composed by Oqtay Zülfüqarov with lyrics by the poet Teymur Elçin . This educational piece is a staple in Azerbaijani preschool and primary education, often performed by artists like Emin İsmayılov to help children learn numbers through a playful rhythmic structure. Lyric Summary and Structure

Often performed by Emin İsmayılov , whose versions are widely used in modern educational videos.

The child asks their mother to stay and listen as they count to ten.