Despite its dark title, Kekilli has repeatedly stated that "Bu Akşam Ölürüm" was originally written as a , not a song about death.
The intense pressure and "satanist" accusations—largely due to his long hair and rock aesthetic—forced Kekilli to temporarily disappear from the public eye and retire from music. Legacy and Aftermath Murat KekilliВ Bu AkЕџam Г–lГјrГјm
High-profile news anchors, such as Reha Muhtar, publicly criticized and "bullied" Kekilli, holding him responsible for these incidents. Despite its dark title, Kekilli has repeatedly stated
National news broadcasts began reporting that the song was allegedly triggering a wave of suicides across Turkey. Despite its dark title
The song’s impact took a tragic and unexpected turn shortly after its release: