Türkiye Pop risers Manifest is back and bolder than ever with their fiery new single, ‘KTS (Kalbimin Tek Sahibi)’, lifted from their hotly awaited debut album, due out June 13. What started as an accidental leak during a surprise broadcast has exploded into a full-blown pop moment — a viral ignition point that’s turning heads from Istanbul to LA.
Blending the soulful swagger of early 2000s R&B with sleek, trap-pop laced production, ‘KTS’ is a declaration of identity and power. The song pulses with slinky vocals, deep basslines, and crisp beats, all tied together with an effortless confidence. It’s a sound that’s fresh yet familiar — already dubbed by fans as “Destiny’s Child meets Rosalía with a Turkish twist.”
At the heart of ‘KTS’ lies an anthem of self-ownership, delivered with clarity and pride. As the group puts it: “Pop doesn’t need to be in English to move the world,” says Manifest. “KTS is about owning your heart, your rhythm, and your story.”
The single also anchors a landmark creative project: Türkiye’s first-ever album short film, which premiered May 9 on YouTube. Clocking in at 20 minutes, the film is a visual feast — blending cinematic storytelling, boundary-pushing choreography, and lush aesthetics. It’s a bold statement of artistic vision, not just for Manifest, but for the future of Turkish pop.
Formed on the hit survival show Big5 Türkiye, Manifest — affectionately known by fans as BIG6 — features Sueda, Hilal, Lidya, Mina, Zeynep, and Esin. Originally planned as a five-member act, a last-minute decision by the judges to add a sixth member gave birth to a group defined by diversity and star power. Their debut single, “Zamansızdık” (We Were Timeless), dropped in February and quickly racked up over 12 million Spotify streams, setting the tone for their rise.
Listen to the new single below:
