Aygun Kazimova facts for kids

Aygun Kazimova (Azerbaijani: Aygün Ələsgər qızı Kazımova) is a famous singer, songwriter, and actress from Azerbaijan. She was born on January 26, 1971. Aygun is very well known in countries like Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Russia.

She became even more famous after her big concerts in Moscow and Baku in 2006 and 2007. From 2002 to 2006, she was the president of the "Best Model of Azerbaijan" competition. Her song "Hayat Ona Guzel" was a huge hit in Turkey. Aygun also sang the official song for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in 2012. She even had a number one hit song called Coffee from Colombia with the famous rapper Snoop Dogg.

Early Life and First Steps in Music

Aygun Kazimova was the youngest of four children in her family. She showed a strong talent for music when she was in middle school. Besides music, she also loved handball and was the captain of her school's girls' handball team.

After high school, she decided to focus on music. She joined a youth band called Gaya and started her journey in the music world.

A Star's Journey

Aygun Kazimova's professional singing career began in 1988. She won first place at a music contest called Baki payizi-88 (Baku Autumn-88). She also won awards at other international music contests, like the Yurmala contest in 1989 and "The Voice of Asia" in Kazakhstan in 1992.

First Albums and Awards

Aygun released her first album in 1997. It was called Sevgi Gulleri (Flowers of Love) and had 14 songs. Many of these songs were written by the pop composer Vagif Gerayzade. One of her most successful albums was Aygun, released in 2000. This album even included videos and pictures! In 2002, she was given the special title of 'Honorary Artist of Azerbaijan' for her contributions to music.

Aygun has won many awards throughout her career. She also cares a lot about helping others. She often performs free concerts for children who are orphans.

Acting and Television

Besides singing, Aygun Kazimova is also an actress. In 2005, she played the main character in a musical called Khari Bulbullar. She also acted in the movie Meshadi Ibad. You might have also seen her as a host on several television shows.

Big Concerts and Collaborations

Aygun has performed many concerts outside of Azerbaijan. One of her most memorable shows was at the Kremlin Palace in Moscow in 2006. In 2007, she held a huge concert at the T. Bakhramov stadium in Azerbaijan to celebrate 20 years of her music career.

A big moment in her career was in 2013 when she worked with the famous American rapper Snoop Dogg. They released the song 'Coffee From Columbia', which became a hit in many countries. Aygun Kazimova is known for her creative music videos and exciting stage performances. She is considered one of the most successful female singers in Azerbaijan's music history.

Personal Life

Aygun Kazimova was married to Ibrahim Ibrahimov in 1989. They had a daughter named Ilgara in 1990. They later divorced in 1991.

Music Releases

Aygun Kazimova has released many albums and singles throughout her career.

Studio Albums

• Ömrüm – Günüm (1997)
• Ah...! (1998)
• Aygün (2000)
• Sevdim (2001)
• Sevgi gülləri (2003)
• Sevərsənmi? (2005)
• Yenə tək (2008)

Compilation Albums

• Aygün Kazımova, Vol. 1 (2008)
• Aygün Kazımova, Vol. 2 (2008)
• Aygün Kazımova, Vol. 3 (2008)
• Aygün Kazımova, Vol. 4 (2008)
• Sevdi Ürək (2012)
• Ya Devushka Vostochnaya (2013)
• Səni Belə Sevmədilər (2015)
• Azərbaycan Qızıyam (2015)
• Aygün Kazımovanın ifaları (2016)
• By SS Production (2020)
• Remakes (2020)

Live Albums

• Crystal Hall (2020)

EPs

• Duy (2018)
• Ya v Nirvane (2021)

Film and TV Appearances

Aygun Kazimova has appeared in several TV shows and films, often playing herself.

Television Shows

• Aygün Bu Gün (1998–1999, 2005)
• Bumeranq Şou (2000–2001)
• Gecə yarısı (2001)
• Gələn Var (2003)
• Yeni Ulduz
• Xeyir Ola (2008–2010)
• Extreme Azerbaijan (2011)
• Ozunu Tanit (2015–2016)

Films

• Yarımştat (1996)
• Yaşıl eynəkli adam 2 (1999)
• Nekroloq (2001)
• Qış nağılı (2002)
• Tam məxfi (2004)
• Xarı Bülbüllər (2005) as Xurşudbanu Natəvan
• Məşədi İbad 94 (2005) as Sənəm
• Adam Ol (2006)
• 3 Bacı (2013–2014) (soundtrack)

Awards and Recognition

Aygun Kazimova has received many awards for her music.

Big Apple Music Awards

This is an American awards show.

• In 2015, Aygun Kazimova was nominated for Best Azerbaijani Female Artist and Best Caucasian Female Artist.

Daf Bama Music Awards

This is a German awards show.

• In 2016, Aygun Kazimova won the award for Best Azerbaijani Female Artist. She was also nominated in 2015, 2017, and 2018.

Kral Music Awards

• In 2012, her song "Hayat Ona Güzel" was nominated for Song of the Year, and she was nominated for Best Female Artist.

Golden Butterfly Awards

• In 2018, Aygun Kazimova won the award for Best Azerbaijani Female Artist. She was also nominated in 2017.

See also

In Spanish: Aygün Kazımova para niños