Ayşe Ajda Pekkan is one of the leading singers in the Turkish scene. She works in the genre of popular music. During her career, the performer has released over 20 albums, which were in demand for more than 30 million listeners. The singer is also actively acting in films. She played about 50 roles, which indicates the popularity of the artist as an actress.
The childhood of a girl who dreams of becoming a singer Ayşe Ajda Pekkan
Ayse Ajda Pekkan was born on February 12, 1946. The girl's family lived in Istanbul, the cultural and secular capital of Turkey. The father of the future artist served in the country's Navy. He was an officer and his wife was a housewife.
The girl's entire childhood was spent on the territory of the Shakir naval base. Parents sent their daughter to an elite French lyceum to study. This educational institution for girls was located in Istanbul. Already in her school years, the baby was not indifferent to music. She not only studied art with pleasure, but also showed an extraordinary ear, vocal abilities.
By the age of 16, Aisha Ajda Pekkan realized that she wanted to be an artist. Having decided professionally, she joined the ensemble Los Catikos. The team performed at the popular Istanbul club "Cati". Here, for the first time, the girl revealed her talent to the public. She gained fans and became even more established in her choice of occupation.
Retraining of Ayşe Ajda Pekkan as an actress
In 1963, Ayşe Ajda Pekkan took part in the talent competition of the popular Ses Magazine. She won, which was her ticket to the field of cinema. The young artist was offered the first role, brilliantly playing which she gained fame. The girl also interested eminent artists. Over the next 6 years, the girl played about 40 roles, firmly establishing her name in the field of cinema.
Despite the interest in her person in the field of cinema, Ayşe Ajda Pekkan was not going to give up her musical career. In 1964, the girl recorded her first single "Goz Goz Degdi Bana". The young singer was immediately noticed. She soon released her first mini-album "Ajda Pekkan". At this stage, the artist began to gain popularity.
Ajda Pekkan collaboration with Zeki Muren
In 1966, fate brought the singer to Zeki Muren, who had already managed to attract the attention of the public. They formed a creative couple that delighted listeners for several years in a row. As a duet, the artists not only performed live, but also recorded several records.
The works were a hit with the audience. At the same time, the girl actively performed at various music competitions and festivals. She participated not only in the events of her native Turkey, but also traveled to other countries: Greece, Spain.
Contract with Philips
In 1970, Ayşe Ajda Pekkan signed a 5-year contract with the Philips recording studio. During this period, she actively worked with the leading performers of Turkey. Under the leadership of Philips, the singer released several records that gained overwhelming popularity. The fame of the artist went beyond Turkey. The songs of this performer were appreciated by listeners in Europe, Asia, and America.
After 6 years, the artist was invited to perform in Paris. In the famous "Olympia" she sang with Enrico Macias. In 1977, Ayşe Ajda Pekkan performed in Tokyo. She actively maintained popularity internationally. In 1980, the singer represented Turkey at the Eurovision Song Contest. As a result of voting, she took only 15th place.
Suspension of active creative activity of Ajdy Pekkan
After the Eurovision Song Contest, Ayşe Ajda Pekkan decided to suspend her active creative work. She left for the USA, where she completely immersed herself in work on an unusual album. The artist performed Turkish folk songs, recorded with jazz arrangement.
In the 80s, the status of a popular music star was firmly entrenched in the singer. Ayşe Ajda Pekkan has released many records. Their recordings often featured other popular artists. The hits collection, recorded in 1998, has sold over 1 million copies.
In the early 2000s, the singer released the collection "Diva", and with the concert program of the same name she traveled to many cities in Turkey and Europe. For the next twenty years, the artist worked actively, without losing popularity. By this time, she acted not only as a performer, but also as a composer, as well as a songwriter.
Only in the second decade of the new century Ayşe Ajda Pekkan slowed down the pace of creative development. The singer is resting more and more time. Although often appears on TV screens and covers of glossy publications. Periodically, a woman releases new singles, albums and gives concerts.
The unique appearance of the famous Turkish woman
Even at the beginning of her career, Ayşe Ajda Pekkan conquered with her bright appearance. The girl had the figure and face of a model. The appearance of the artist is called unique for a native Turkish woman. It has features characteristic of Europeans. A girl from her youth dyes her hair in a light color, which touches her appearance even more. Even over the years, the artist does not lose her charm. Many people talk about plastic, but the singer claims that she just takes good care of her appearance.
