
Adnan Şenses (21 August 1935 – 25 December 2013) was a Turkish singer, songwriter, composer, and actor. He began his musical career in the 1950s and became one of the prominent voices of Turkish popular and traditional music, while also appearing extensively in Turkish cinema. Some highlights of his career include: Music: Şenses released a large number of records and albums throughout his career, including 25. Sanat Yılı, Süper, Almanya Hatıralarım, Gönlüm ve Ben, Yansın Bu Dünya, İsyan Ederim, İlk Defa Ağladım, Senede Bir Gün, Gözümün Bebeği, Dokunmayın Bana, Sensizliği Taşıyamam, Elveda, and Adnan Şenses Bir Efsanedir. His well-known songs include "Neden Saçların Beyazlamış Arkadaş," "Dokunmayın Bana," "İlk Defa Ağladım," and "Yarabbim." Acting: He appeared in approximately 47 Yeşilçam films, beginning with Fakir Şarkıcı in 1960. Legacy: Archival and compilation releases have continued after his death, including En İyileri İle Adnan Şenses (2022) and the posthumous single "Yaktın Beni" (2024).