"God, even if you forgive your bad servants, I won't forgive. Even if you forgive all those who are cruel, I won't forgive."
"Sen Affetsen Ben Affetmem" is a collaboration between Turkish pop star and the instrumental group Taksim Trio . Officially released on March 18, 2022 , the track is a modern cover of a classic song originally made famous by the legendary Turkish "Woman of Grief," Bergen . Production and Creative Background Aleyna TilkiВ Sen Affetsen Ben Affetmem
Before its official digital release, a live performance video of the song had already surpassed 40 million views on YouTube, fueled by fan demand on social media. "God, even if you forgive your bad servants, I won't forgive
Upon its official launch, the single quickly rose to the top of streaming charts in Turkey, including Spotify and Apple Music . The arrangement features the distinctive clarinet
Unlike her usual high-energy dance-pop, this track showcases a more somber, "arabesque" side of Tilki’s vocals. The arrangement features the distinctive clarinet, baglama, and kanun sounds of Taksim Trio , blending traditional Turkish folk elements with modern production.
The song was originally intended for a tribute album dedicated to Bergen. However, reports suggest that after learning singer Gülşen would also be performing the same track for the official album, Tilki decided to release her own version independently with Taksim Trio.