Ceza facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ceza
Background information
Birth name	Bilgin Özçalkan
Also known as	Ceza Fatalrhymer Fatalflex Keskinkılıç Bloody
Born	(1976-12-31) 31 December 1976 (age 48) Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey
Genres	Hip hop, Political hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper Singer Songwriter Breakdancer
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1995–present
Labels	Kod Müzik (1999) Hammer Müzik (2000–2006) EMI (2006) Orijinal Müzik (2008) Pasaj Müzik (2009) Esen Müzik (2010–present)
Associated acts	Rokabeats, Ayben, Dr. Fuchs, Nefret, Asya Sentez, Kuvvetmira, Sagopa Kajmer, Tech N9ne, Sansar Salvo, Yelawolf, Twista, USO, Busta Rhymes, Killa Hakan

Bilgin Özçalkan (born on December 31, 1976), known by his stage name Ceza, is a famous Turkish rapper, singer, and songwriter. His stage name "Ceza" means "punishment" in Turkish. He is known for his fast rapping style and powerful lyrics.

Early Music Journey

Ceza started his music career in 1995 with a group called U.C.S. He performed with them for about three years. Later, in 2000, his group Nefret signed with Hammer Music. They released an album called Meclis Ala – İstanbul.

In 2001, Ceza released his solo album, Anahtar. The main song from the album, also called "Anahtar," was his first music video. This album was very successful, and Ceza performed many concerts to promote it.

A big moment for Ceza came in 2004. He was invited to perform at RockIstanbul, which is one of Turkey's largest rock festivals. This was a great chance for him to show his rap music to a wider audience. He performed alongside many popular Turkish music artists.

In 2005, at the Rock'n Coke music festival, Ceza responded to comments made by singer Kıraç. Kıraç had said that rap was not "real music." Ceza performed a freestyle rap to express his feelings about these comments.

After these events, Ceza worked with the artist Mercan Dede on his album Su, which means "Water."

About Ceza's Life

Bilgin Özçalkan was born in Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey. Even though he was born on December 31, 1976, his birth was officially recorded on January 1, 1977. Before he became a famous rapper, he worked as an electrician for eight years.

In 2007, Ceza made history. He became the first and only Turkish singer to win an MTV Music Award. In the same year, he also started his own clothing brand, which he named Evin Delisi.

Ceza has a sister named Ayben Özçalkan Ülkü, who is also a rapper.

Music Albums

Ceza has released many albums throughout his career, both as a solo artist and with other groups.

Solo Albums

Albums with Other Artists

Ceza has also worked on albums with other musicians and groups.

with Güven (Uslanmaz Çocuklar Senfonisi)

with Silahsız Kuvvet, Yener, Statik, Susturucu, Ses as 'Nefret' (Compilation Album)

with Dr. Fuchs (Nefret)

with DJ Mic Check (Asya Sentez)

with Killa Hakan

Singles

Ceza has released many individual songs, known as singles. Some of these include:

• "Streetball Underground" (1995)
• "Benim Adım Ceza" (feat. Dr.Fuchs) (1996)
• "Gangsta (Nefret Version)" (feat. Dr.Fuchs & Beast) (1996)
• "Doğuştan Katil (Demo)" (feat. Dj Walkie D, Dj Arda, Yanetki, Cem, Blackcat) (1999)
• "Beyin (Holocaust Part 1)" (feat Rokabeat) (2002)
• "Holocaust (Sagopa's version)" (2002)
• "Uyuşturucuya Dur Diyen Yok" (2002)
• "Açık Ara Bul Kon" (2009)
• "Artık Suç Değil Sevgi İşleyin" (2010)
• "Sende Biraz Delisin" (2011)
• "Türk Marşı" (2012)
• "Mind Right" (feat. Kaan) (2016)
• "Denizci" (2018)
• "Fight Kulüp" (feat. Killa Hakan & Ezhel & Ben Fero) (2019)
• "Komedi v Dram" (feat. Sayedar & Önder Şahin) (2019)
• "Beatcoin" (2019)
• "Yak" (with Tepki) (2020)
• "Yeni Mesaj" (2020)

Unreleased Singles

Some songs were recorded but not officially released. These include demo singles from 'Asya Sentez' and other collaborations.

International Collaborations (as featured artist)

Ceza has also been featured on songs by international artists.

Film and TV Appearances

Ceza has also appeared in films and TV shows.

See also

In Spanish: Ceza para niños