Farewell to a master: Edip Akbayram laid to rest!

75-year-old artist Edip Akbayram, who had been receiving treatment since January 4, passed away due to multiple organ failure.

The master artist, who was taken to Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital following a bout of pneumonia, was placed in intensive care due to internal bleeding and had been receiving treatment since January 4. Artist Edip Akbayram (75) passed away today at 19:30 due to multiple organ failure.

"UNFORTUNATELY, HE COULD NOT BE SAVED"

In a written statement from the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate, it was stated: "One of our country's valuable artists, Edip Akbayram, has passed away despite all medical interventions at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment for approximately two months. He received the highest level of care and treatment from our medical teams, but unfortunately, he could not be saved despite all efforts. We wish God's mercy upon the deceased and extend our condolences to his family, loved ones, and the art community."

A ceremony for Edip Akbayram, who passed away at the age of 75, is being held at 11:00 at the Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall.

Following the ceremony, the artist's funeral will be laid to rest at Karacaahmet Cemetery after the funeral prayer to be held following the noon prayer at Teşvikiye Mosque.

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and Zülfü Livaneli also attended Edip Akbayram's funeral ceremony.

Here are images from the funeral ceremony:

"ONE OF OUR INDISPENSABLES"

Ahmet Selçuk İlkan, who attended the ceremony, expressed his sorrow by saying, "We lived in the same neighborhood in Moda for many years; beyond that, we accumulated memories on stages. There are some people in our lives for whom you cannot decide which words to use to describe them. I have always been honored and proud to have known him. Imagine a person who has found a place in the hearts of millions. One of our indispensables. We will miss him; we couldn't get enough of him. We will commemorate him with his beautiful songs and keep him alive forever. He was a very special person, a very naive person. He was one of the exemplary figures with his upright stance, capable of conveying even all the pain without breaking anyone."

"HE WILL LIVE ON FOREVER THROUGH HIS WORKS"

Ali Rıza Binboğa stated, "My condolences to all of Turkey. He never compromised his upright stance. My brother Edip was one of the soloists of the bard climate in Turkey. May God have mercy on him; he made many people happy. The throne he left behind will remain empty. Because he was a figure unique to himself. He will live on forever through his works."

WHO IS EDİP AKBAYRAM?

Known for dozens of songs that have found a place in the hearts of millions, primarily "Aldırma Gönül," "Eşkiya Dünyaya Hükümdar Olmaz," and "Bekle Bizi İstanbul"; Edip Akbayram, the unique voice of Turkish music, known for his powerful interpretation, emotional songs, and humble personality, was born in Gaziantep in 1950. The artist contracted polio when he was just 9 months old. Akbayram's interest in music began at a young age; he both played and sang in the orchestra he founded while still a high school student. He released his first record, "Kendim Ettim, Kendim Buldum," during those years. The artist's story of reaching the summit developed as follows:

In 1968, he went to Istanbul to pursue his dreams. Three years later, he won first place in the Golden Microphone competition with "Kükredi Çimenler," which he composed inspired by a poem by Aşık Veysel. Afterward, he achieved high sales figures with songs such as "Aldırma Gönül," "Garip," and "Eşkıya Dünyaya Hükümdar Olmaz." In the 80s, he was banned from appearing on TRT. However, he made a comeback in the 90s and drew attention to social issues with his album "Türküler Yanmaz." In his own words, he wanted to do 'something permanent.' And so he did.

Reaching wide masses of people, the master artist signed his name to unforgettable songs with more than 20 albums and more than 15 singles. The gold record-winning artist won more than 250 awards in his career spanning over 50 years.

On the other hand, Edip Akbayram married Ayten Akbayram in 1979. The couple has two children named Türkü Akbayram and Ozan Akbayram.

EDİP AKBAYRAM'S BODY BROUGHT TO TEŞVİKİYE MOSQUE

Edip Akbayram's body was brought to Teşvikiye Mosque with applause.

Former CHP Chairman Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu also came to Teşvikiye Mosque to attend the funeral prayer.

EDİP AKBAYRAM'S BODY BROUGHT TO TEŞVİKİYE MOSQUE

Edip Akbayram's body was brought to Teşvikiye Mosque with applause.

Former CHP Chairman Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu also came to Teşvikiye Mosque to attend the funeral prayer.