Tanju Okan Her Akеџam Votka -

The song, with Turkish lyrics by , describes a man descending into madness and physical ruin:

: While "Kadınım" (My Woman) is often cited as his most tragic masterpiece regarding his love for a woman named Zerrin, "Her Akşam Votka" remains his most famous portrayal of the "bohemian" persona he was known for. Quick Facts Released : 1966. Composer : Janko Nilovic. Lyricist : Fecri Ebcioğlu. Tanju Okan Her AkЕџam Votka

: The chorus—"Every evening vodka, raki, and wine / As one drinks, they go mad and fall into ruin"—vividly portrays addiction as a "terrible mirage" ( korkunç serap ). The song, with Turkish lyrics by , describes

"Her Akşam Votka, Rakı ve Şarap" (Every Evening Vodka, Raki, and Wine) is one of the most iconic songs by Tanju Okan, a titan of Turkish pop and western-style music. Released in , the song is a raw, theatrical exploration of heartbreak and the destructive cycle of using alcohol to cope with unrequited love. Themes and Lyrics Lyricist : Fecri Ebcioğlu