Meet Me
Published
Sep 27, 2024
Meet Me - Anıl Bektaş
In this interview, we explore the creative journey of an artist whose passion for music intersects with fashion and visual arts. With a holistic approach to creativity, they draw inspiration from various forms to shape their unique style and emotional sound. As they discuss collaboration, the impact of their listeners, and their artistic evolution, we gain insight into the depth of their work and the stories that fuel their captivating music. Join us as we uncover the essence of their artistry.
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I was born in 1995 in Ankara, and following in the footsteps of my musician father, I began this journey at a young age. I started as a drummer early on and, over the years, continued as a vocalist, writing and recording my own songs. From the day I realized that the most valuable feeling is to create, to bring something into existence, my path has been to share emotions, to be a friend to the listener, and to express myself in the most sincere way possible.
Because I write melancholic songs, people often assume that I must be a sad and troubled person. In reality, I’m very positive and full of energy. However, over the years, through the ups and downs of life, I’ve always turned to songs and the emotions that could become friends to me during the saddest moments. I write songs to express a few sentences that can accompany people in their sad moments and translate their feelings. My greatest source of inspiration is my observations. A weeping young girl, a grandfather gazing into the distance, sometimes a movie script, and sometimes the rebellion of a woman. There are many aspects of life that nourish me.
When someone is sad, they may curl up alone and just want to cry. In those moments, I can imagine how deeply a listener can connect when they hear a song saying, “Everyone who made you cry is a liar.” I prefer to be there for my listeners during their saddest moments, to be a friend, and remind them they are not alone. In my opinion, the weight of sorrow becomes lighter when shared.
In today’s world, I sometimes feel alienated. I can’t separate music and society, because music is an element that lives with society. If I think of Turkey, perhaps I would have liked to produce music in the 70s. In those times, when accessing a work of art was so difficult and valuable, I wouldn’t have witnessed a song becoming outdated two days later with the demand for something new. As it becomes easier to reach the listener, I believe the quality of the audience decreases. Some things are more precious when they are rare. (Less is more.) At every stage of this journey, my goal and wish have always been to walk alongside musicians who understand and appreciate the art, who are artists, not just craftsmen, and to be someone who can form a warm, sincere connection with my listeners, wherever and however that may be.
In five years, I hope that I will be able to modernize and keep my sincere way of creating up to date, while maintaining my unique style.