The album consists of 15 tracks, many of which use different words for "breath" or "soul" in various languages as their titles. Key tracks include: : The opening track setting the ambient tone. Dem : Featuring the vocals of Azam Ali .
: A central piece that gives the album its alternate title "Napas Nefes" in some regions.
: It combines Tribal, Ambient, and New Age styles with Turkish Mevlevi music. Mercan Dede Napas Nefes Breathe 2006
(also known as Breath ) is the acclaimed 2006 studio album by Turkish musician and producer Mercan Dede . It serves as the third installment in a four-part conceptual series exploring the classical elements, following Nâr (Fire) and Su (Water). Musical Style and Themes
The album is a hallmark of "syncretic" world music, blending traditional Middle Eastern sounds with modern electronic production. The album consists of 15 tracks, many of
: Mercan Dede collaborated with various international artists to create a diverse soundscape:
and Aynur Doğan provided haunting, ethereal vocals. Hugh Marsh contributed his signature violin style. Steve Turre played sea shells on the title track "Breath". : A central piece that gives the album
Critics have described the album as "curiously comforting" with a "reflective sadness" that avoids typical new-age cliches through organic fusion. It is widely available on platforms like Spotify and Amazon Music .