--- title: Murat Göğebakan slug: murat-gogebakan-a6156 url: /detay/murat-gogebakan-a6156 type: biography language: English entity: primary: Murat Göğebakan type: biography disambiguation: Murat Göğebakan: Turkish folk-rock singer-songwriter. Known for "Ay Yüzlüm," his music blends Anatolian traditions with rock. categories: - name: Music slug: muzik url: /kategori/muzik - name: Cinema And Television slug: sinema-ve-televizyon url: /kategori/sinema-ve-televizyon - name: Islam slug: islam url: /kategori/islam tags: - RockMusic - MuratGöğebakan - MyMoonFacedOne - MyWoundedHeart author: Zehra Yayla created_at: 2025-05-31T21:37:51.079517+03:00 updated_at: 2025-06-14T00:24:44.618414+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/05/31/eS0gALJPfOqSYLMcmXpjAueDX4UNdW7H.jpg --- # Murat Göğebakan > Murat Göğebakan (1968–2014) was a Turkish singer, composer, and songwriter known for his music style that blends Anatolian rock, folk music, and Sufi elements. ## KURE Information Cards ### KURE Information Card: Murat Göğebakan ![thumbs_b_c_b491faf1b4fd2d3069919dcedc731116.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/05/31/GtqbN1HPloKd10xYndhGHoBuRESdwePA.jpg) | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Date of Death(Text) | July 31, 2014 | | Date of Birth(Text) | October 9, 1968 | | Music Genre | Sufi influences,Folk music,Anatolian rock | | Debut Album | Ben Sana Aşık Oldum (1997) | | Education | Hacettepe University,Ankara State Conservatory | ## Article Content [Murat Göğebakan](/en/detay/murat-gogebakan-b67a2/llms.txt) was born on October 9, 1968, in Adana, Türkiye. Due to his father’s military career, he spent his childhood in various cities across the country. Throughout his education, his interest in music became increasingly evident, leading him to pursue a professional career in this field. His studies at Hacettepe University State Conservatory in Ankara laid the foundation for his musical background and technical skills. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/05/31/fVlsxDTvlSKmwQngXt2ZTs107DUkRcQf.jpg) *Murat Göğebakan (AA)* ### **Beginning of Music Career** The artist gained recognition in the music world with his 1997 album *Ben Sana Aşık Oldum*. The track “Ay Yüzlüm” from this album became one of Göğebakan’s most well-known works. He attracted attention with his style that combined influences from Anatolian rock, Sufi music, and folk traditions. ### **Music Career and Works** Throughout his career, Murat Göğebakan produced works that merged emotional rock with folk music in Türkiye through his albums. Following his debut, he released *Sen Rahatına Bak* (1998), *Tek Suçum Seni Sevmekmiş* (1999), *Merhaba* (2000), *Ay Yüzlüm* (2002), *Yaralı* (2004), *Sana Olan Aşkım Şahit* (2005), *Sevgiliye* (2007), *Aşıklar Yolu* (2010), and *Aşkın Gözyaşları* (2012). Among these albums, songs such as “Vurgunum,” “Yaralı,” “Kara Gözlüm,” “Kör Bıçak,” “Aşıklar Yolu,” and “Tapılacak Kadınsın” stood out for their emotional depth and interpretation, establishing strong connections with listeners. As a songwriter and performer, the artist succeeded in integrating themes of Anatolian culture with modern rock arrangements. [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z0IT3bXm_E) *Murat Göğebakan - Vurgunum (Youtube)* ### **Artistic Style and Themes** In Murat Göğebakan’s musical style, themes of love, spirituality, and social sensitivity prominently emerge. His songwriting often reflects personal emotions and internal conflicts, while his melodies blend folk music tones with rock instrumentation. This artistic approach has positioned him uniquely both in popular culture and in the history of [Turkish music](/en/detay/mfo-muzik-grubu-e7b66/llms.txt). ### **Health Issues and Death** After being diagnosed with leukemia in the 2010s, the artist underwent extended medical treatment. He passed away on July 31, 2014, in Istanbul. His funeral was held in his birthplace, Adana. His death was met with great sorrow within the [Turkish music](/en/detay/music-genres-5de07/llms.txt) community. ### **Legacy and Cultural Impact** Through his albums released in the 2000s and appearances on television programs, Göğebakan continued to reach a wide audience. He was perceived by younger listeners as sincere and heartfelt. His music is considered a significant example of the folk-rock synthesis in Türkiye. ## Academic Sources and References 1. Anadolu Ajansı. “Artist Murat Göğebakan Has Passed Away.” Anadolu Ajansı, July 31, 2014. 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Accessed May 31, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/kultur/sarkici-murat-gogebakanin-yasam-oykusu-beyaz-perdeye-aktariliyor/2716180.Anadolu Ajansı. “The Big Brother of Anatolian Rock Music: Murat Göğebakan.” Anadolu Ajansı, July 30, 2023. Accessed May 31, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/kultur/anadolu-rock-muziginin-agabeyi-murat-gogebakan/3288190.Anadolu Ajansı. “The ‘Wounded Heart’ Artist of the Music World: Murat Göğebakan.” Anadolu Ajansı, July 31, 2021. Accessed May 31, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/kultur/muzik-dunyasinin-kalbi-yarali-sanatcisi-murat-gogebakan/2649801.Habertürk. “Who Will Portray Murat Göğebakan in the Biographical Film?” Habertürk, January 4, 2023. Accessed May 31, 2025. https://www.haberturk.com/biyografi-filminde-murat-gogebakan-i-kim-canlandiracak-3519504.“Kral Müzik.” “Murat Göğebakan.” Accessed May 31, 2025. https://www.kralmuzik.com.tr/biyografisi/murat-gogebakan.Cumhuriyet. “Murat Göğebakan: Who Is He?” Cumhuriyet, July 31, 2014. 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