He was an amateur singer who learned how to sing from his relatives and the old revelers he mostly met in the village of Pigi. He didn’t play any musical instrument but occasionally, used a toubeleki to maintain rhythm while singing. He performed in traditional cafes alongside the other customers and the radio. He had a talent in performing the amanes (traditional vocal oriental song), he was therefore encouraged to sing during festivals. Additionally, he recorded some songs in collaboration with various researchers and musicians.
