Ağlamak Güzeldir
Sezen Aksu · 1981
38 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of traditional Turkish melodies and contemporary pop, showcasing Aksu's emotive vocal style.
Why this album works
'Ağlamak Güzeldir' is significant for its commercial success, becoming one of Aksu's best-selling albums and receiving critical acclaim for its lyrical depth. This album helped to popularize Turkish pop music on a broader scale, influencing future generations of artists and establishing Aksu as the 'mother of Turkish pop.'
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo emotional flow intimate moments for reflection warm melodies for companionship
- Context
- In 1981, Sezen Aksu was becoming a prominent figure in Turkish pop music, following her breakthrough with the album 'Kusura Bakma' in 1976. 'Ağlamak Güzeldir' represents her continued evolution as a songwriter and performer, solidifying her status as a cultural icon in Turkey during the early 1980s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nilüfer· Tarkan· Mylène Farmer· İbrahim Tatlıses· David Bowie· The Cranberries· Kate Bush· Roxette
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Düşünce Standout 3:58
- 2 Ağlamak Güzeldir Standout 2:47
- 3 Yak Bir Sigara 4:03
- 4 Köprü 3:13
- 5 Yalnız Kullar (Tanrım) 3:44
- 6 En Uzun Gece 4:03
- 7 Biliyorsun 5:16
- 8 Ben Her Bahar Aşık Olurum Standout 3:47
- 9 Lunapark 3:52
- 10 Hoşgörü 3:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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