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Selami Şahin

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25 Dec 2026
Selami Şahin - Antalya
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Biography

Selami Şahin is a Turkish singer, songwriter, and composer known for his distinctive voice and extensive contribution to Turkish music. Born in Hatay in 1948, his musical talent was recognized during his primary school years. At the age of 15, he left his hometown to pursue a career in music and later met composer İrfan Özbakır in Istanbul, who helped him release his first single in 1966. Şahin gained widespread recognition with “Sabır Taşı” in 1968 and, after teaching himself musical notation, began writing his own songs and compositions in 1969. His first composition, “Sen Mevsimler Gibisin”, earned him the Golden Butterfly Song of the Year award. Throughout his career, his compositions have been performed by numerous artists, with a catalog of nearly 1,000 compositions and more than 300 hit songs. In 2016, he celebrated his 50th anniversary in music with a special concert series. With a career spanning over five decades, Şahin continues his musical journey through his compositions, recordings, and live performances.

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Selami Şahin - Antalya