Born in the Burnak village of Ovacık, Dersim, in 1977, Abidin Biter is more than just a musician; he is an educator who continues to teach at a high school in Istanbul. He is also the husband of prominent folk singer .
His discography reflects a journey through the heart of Anatolian music: (2006) İsyan (2009) Unutulan (2014) Hal Sêbêno (2022) – His first Zazaki album Why It Matters
Abidin Biter’s album and title track represent a profound homecoming for the Dersim-born artist, marking his first full-length project dedicated to his mother tongue, Zazaki (Kirmancki). Released in 2022, the song—a collaboration with acclaimed musician Mikail Aslan—has become a modern anthem for the Zaza community. The Soul of "Hal Sêbêno" Abidin Biter Hal Se Beno
The song’s title, Hal Sêbêno (or Hal Se Beno ), translates to or "What will the situation be?". It tells a story of longing and social divide, common in the Zaza and Kurdish diaspora:
For Biter, who has been a staple in Turkish Folk Music since his debut album Türkü Gözlüm (2001), this song was a deliberate effort to resist the disappearance of his native language. Born in the Burnak village of Ovacık, Dersim,
In a musical landscape where many regional languages are fading, "Hal Sêbêno" serves as a bridge for the younger generation to reconnect with their roots. The music video, which has garnered millions of views on YouTube , captures the rugged beauty of the mountains and the melancholy of the Zaza spirit.
The track features the distinctive Mikail Aslan , with arrangement and artistic direction by Cemil Qocgiri , blending traditional instruments with a contemporary folk sound. About Abidin Biter Released in 2022, the song—a collaboration with acclaimed
The lyrics contrast a life of wealth in Germany with the poverty and struggle of life in a small village in Dersim .