Emine Leman Senkan, also known as Leman Sam, born on February 22, 1951, in Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey, is a singer and songwriter. She received formal education in theater, singing, and dance, and worked in an opera chorus early in her career. Sam's breakthrough came with the release of Livaneli Şarkıları in 1988. Her subsequent albums include Çağrı (1990), Ayak Sesleri (1992), Eski Fotoğraflar (1994), İlla... (1998), and Nereye Kadar? (2012). Known for her distinctive style and folk songs, Sam has performed in multiple languages, including Greek, French, and Spanish. She has given concerts in various cities and countries, including diplomatic events. Beyond music, Sam is an environmentalist and advocate for human rights and animal rights. Her activism includes participation in the Art for Peace Initiative in 2009 and performances at anti-nuclear rallies.
