After seven long years, Tarkan finally returned to the stage in Istanbul and with him, something much bigger returned as well: collective memory, shared emotion and a sense of unity that only music can create.
Last Tuesday, I found myself among thousands of people, all gathered not merely for a concert, but for an experience. From the moment we entered the venue, there was an undeniable energy in the air. It was not just excitement. It was anticipation mixed with nostalgia, curiosity and deep emotional attachment.
For many in the audience, Tarkan is not simply a pop star. He is the soundtrack of our lives. His songs have accompanied our childhoods, our first loves, our heartbreaks, our celebrations and our transitions into adulthood.
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