theguardian.com/world/video/2018/jul/11/turkmenistans-president-performs-in-rap-video-with-his-grandson-video">rap song about Akhal-Teke horses , or perhaps see the lyrics for his hymn to prosperity ?
: Berdimuhamedov, often called Arkadag (The Protector), is portrayed by state media as a "Renaissance man" who writes his own lyrics and composes his own music. theguardian
: In 2017, during a visit to the construction site of a major gas chemical complex, a worker reportedly attempted to play a song for the President on a guitar that was noticeably out of tune. The Story Behind the Song
: In a carefully televised "impromptu" gesture, Berdimuhamedov took the guitar himself and performed " Bagt nury " for the assembled workers. often called Arkadag (The Protector)
The song "" (Ray of Happiness) is a well-known part of the extensive musical repertoire of the former President of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov . In Turkmenistan's state-driven media culture, his musical performances are often presented as "impromptu" gifts to the nation, designed to showcase his artistic range and personal connection to the workers and citizens. The Story Behind the Song