ALIZADE released new song “STOP SMOKING”

On January 30, ALIZADE, known for her outspoken support for the queer community, released her new track “STOP SMOKING.”

The song was produced by Mobench. “STOP SMOKING” highlights themes of personal freedom and challenging normative expectations while maintaining ALIZADE’s tough, confident style.

ALIZADE announced on social media that she will be performing in Baku on February 8.

ALIZADE, who has been outspoken in supporting queer visibility in recent years, has been met with enthusiasm, especially among LGBTQI+ listeners in Turkey and Azerbaijan.

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