Sinan Akçıl's song ultimatum to Ferhat Göçer: 'I will not allow it'
Speaking before his concert in Ankara, Sinan Akçıl stated that he would not allow Ferhat Göçer, with whom he is in a dispute, to perform his works.
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Sinan Akçıl answered questions from members of the press before taking the stage as part of the 18th International Çubuk Culture and Pickle Festival held in Ankara. Akçıl made statements regarding both the impact of artificial intelligence on the music industry and the controversy he is having with Ferhat Göçer.
Responding to a question about whether artificial intelligence could replace musicians, Akçıl argued that human emotion is the deciding factor in music. Akçıl said, "Artificial intelligence might produce a hit song or two a year, but we produce more. We miss real emotion. There is no soul in artificial intelligence."
Touching on the debate that has come to the fore with Ferhat Göçer, Akçıl stated that he would not allow Göçer to sing his works on stage.
Stating that they would monitor this situation at concerts, Akçıl said, "There will be observers when he performs concerts. The moment he sings the songs, we will take the necessary action. He can never sing them. I do not want that person to express my emotions," he said.
Stating that he would continue his stance towards Göçer, Akçıl added, "I think the biggest punishment I can give him is to deprive him of my songs."