The intense pressure and "satanist" accusations—largely due to his long hair and rock aesthetic—forced Kekilli to temporarily disappear from the public eye and retire from music. Legacy and Aftermath
National news broadcasts began reporting that the song was allegedly triggering a wave of suicides across Turkey. Murat KekilliВ Bu AkЕџam Г–lГјrГјm
Despite its dark title, Kekilli has repeatedly stated that "Bu Akşam Ölürüm" was originally written as a , not a song about death. it became an overnight sensation
is one of the most legendary and controversial songs in Turkish music history. Released in November 1999 as part of his second album, it became an overnight sensation, selling over 2.6 million copies and becoming the top-selling album of the year. The Song's Intended Meaning Murat KekilliВ Bu AkЕџam Г–lГјrГјm