BIOGRAPHY
Selda Bagcan, also known as Selda, is a Turkish singer-songwriter. Born in 1948, she began her musical career in the 1970s, becoming famous in her home country for her powerful and emotional voice, as well as her politically engaged lyrics. Her music combines different genres such as folk, rock, and psychedelic music, with influences from traditional Turkish music.
Despite censorship and imprisonment due to her political views, Selda continued to produce music throughout her career. She has had a major influence on a new generation of Turkish and international artists.
Selda's discography includes over 20 albums, with songs like "Acıyı Bal Eyledik" and "Çemberimde Gül Oya". Her songs have been sampled by many contemporary musicians. Despite the challenges she has faced, Selda remains an iconic figure in Turkish music.