Nazan Öncel

About

Nazan Öncel, born on February 6, 1956, is a prominent Turkish singer-songwriter renowned for her distinctive voice and songwriting prowess. She began gaining attention in 1978 with "Sana Kul Köle Olmuştum" and released her debut album Yağmur Duası in 1982. Known for blending rock and pop with Turkish folk elements, Öncel's albums include Bir Hadise Var (1991), Ben Böyle Aşk Görmedim (1994), and Sokak Kızı (1996), with hits like "Geceler Kara Tren" and "Aşkım Baksana Bana." Her album 7'n Bitirdin (2006) featured prominent tracks and showcased her evolving sound. She continued to impact the Turkish music scene with albums such as Bazı Şeyler (2014) and Durum Şarkıları (2018). Her latest work includes the 2023 album Kara Plak Geceye Bir Şarkı. Known for her extensive contributions to Turkish pop and rock music, Öncel remains a significant figure in the industry.