Remarkable statements from Cenk Eren following the death of Erol Köse
Cenk Eren spoke about the late Erol Köse during a program he attended, recounting the obstacles he faced in the music industry and his turbulent periods. The artist's candid remarks, particularly regarding the Uzan era, have become a topic of discussion.
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Famous singer Cenk Eren connected to the daily program "Gel Konuşalım" and made striking statements following the death of Erol Köse. Describing the pressures he faced in the past, the bans he encountered in the industry, and the difficulties in his relationships, Eren used notable words.
In his speech on the program, he addressed Köse by saying, "It is not considered right to speak ill of the dead, but if a person is good while alive, they are not spoken ill of after they are gone." Eren stated, "They say you shouldn't speak ill of the dead. What should we do, say good things about Hitler? If you are good while you live, you are not spoken ill of when you die."
Cenk Eren also emphasized the period when Cem Uzan's media power was influential. The artist recounted the difficulties of that time, saying, "I couldn't pay my rent for two years. I became a target just because I maintained my friendship with Yeşim Salkım. They turned to me and said, 'If you don't talk to us, we will block you,' and it became impossible for me to release an album or a music video for two years. I was insulted many times through the media channels they controlled; I experienced things that would not cross anyone's mind."
Regarding the question on social media, "Why did no one say anything good?" Eren said, "Expressions like 'he croaked' are not pleasant. You may not like a person, but you can express your grievances properly. The fact that no one said a good word after Erol Köse died last night should be questioned."
In his speech, Eren also evaluated the power dynamics in the sector: "There was a massive power during the Uzan era. I always stood by the weak. I faced threats like that during that period, and I could not practice my art for two years. Everyone should know that many people who spoke out during that time paid very heavy prices," he said.
Cenk Eren's statements have become a subject of debate in the tabloid world following Erol Köse's passing. The artist once again highlighted the difficulties in the industry by candidly expressing what happened in the past.
RESPONSE FROM İBRAHİM TATLISES
In response to Cenk Eren's statements, İbrahim Tatlıses also made a brief assessment to Ece Erken. Tatlıses, who was known to be close to Köse, joined the debate with the words, "Everyone with a mouth is talking; if you have something in you, who can stop you?"