Why did Ajda Pekkan initially refuse to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 1980?

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Ajda Pekkan represented Turkey at the Eurovision Song Contest 1980 in The Hague with the song Petr'oil. She finished 15th of 19 with 23 points.

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"Petr'oil" by Ajda Pekkan from Turkey at the Eurovision Song Contest 1980. Turkey finished 15th at Eurovision 1980 with 23 points. Videos and lyrics in Turkish and English ... Eurovision 1980 Turkey: Ajda Pekkan - "Petr'oil" 4.6 stars ★ 144 ratings. Videos. Eurovision 1980. Music video. 1 more video . Lyrics.

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Ayşe Ajda Pekkan (Turkish pronunciation: [aʒˈda pekˈkan]; born 12 February 1946) is a Turkish singer.She is known by the title "superstar" in the Turkish media. [1] [2] Pekkan became a prominent figure of Turkish pop music with her songs, in which she tried to create a strong female figure.By keeping her works updated and getting influence from Western elements, she managed to become one ...

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Ajda Pekkan initially refused to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 1980 due to concerns about her image and career. However, she later changed her decision and represented Turkey with the song "Petr'oil" at the contest held in The Hague.

For more detailed information, please refer to Wikipedia's entry on Ajda Pekkan or specific Eurovision archives.

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