Tarkan (singer)

Tarkan Tevetoğlu (born October 17, 1972), known professionally as Tarkan, is a Turkish singer-songwriter. He is a prominent figure in Turkish pop music, renowned both in Turkey and internationally.

Tarkan rose to fame in the early 1990s with his debut album Yine Sensiz (Without You Again). His subsequent albums, including Aacayipsin (You're Something Else), Ölürüm Sana (I'd Die For You), and Karma, achieved significant commercial success and solidified his status as a pop icon.

He is particularly known for his catchy melodies, energetic stage presence, and romantic ballads. Tarkan's music often blends Turkish folk elements with Western pop influences. His hit singles include "Şıkıdım," "Simarik" (Kiss Kiss), and "Dudu."

Tarkan has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, and his music has been recognized globally. He has played a significant role in popularizing Turkish pop music worldwide.