The track is a Turkish arrangement (cover) of the 1967 song by the famous Mexican composer Armando Manzanero . The Turkish version features: Lyricist: Ümit Aksu, who wrote the Turkish lyrics.
Ayten Alpman - Ben Böyleyim (Lyric) / Eski 45'likler #adamüzik
Included in the Ayten Alpman Klasikleri (Türk Pop Tarihi) compilation by Ada Müzik . Ayten Alpman Ben BГ¶yleyim Mp3
While originally a 1975 single , "Ben Böyleyim" has appeared on several major compilations and albums:
Despite these apologies, the narrator insists they cannot change their fundamental nature ( "Affedemem ben böyleyim" ). The track is a Turkish arrangement (cover) of
Watch this lyric video to follow the original Turkish text and its defiant message:
(translated as "This is Who I Am") is one of the most iconic songs by Ayten Alpman , a pioneering Turkish jazz and pop vocalist. Released in 1975 as a 45 rpm single, it has become a timeless anthem of self-acceptance and resilience in Turkish popular music history. Musical Composition and Origin While originally a 1975 single , "Ben Böyleyim"
It blends elements of Jazz, Pop, and Ballad, characteristic of the "Aranjman" era in Turkey where foreign melodies were adapted with Turkish lyrics. Lyrical Themes and Meaning