Upon its release, "Istanbul" became a major hit in the global electronic scene:
: It blends Turkish motifs and instruments with electronic house production. DJ VOLKAN UCA feat Merih Murluk - Istanbul (Radio Mix)
: Merih Gurluk provides the signature vocal performance, contributing to the track's hypnotic and rhythmic appeal. Success and Impact Upon its release, "Istanbul" became a major hit
: The featured vocalist whose work with Uca extends to other city-themed tracks, such as "Dubai" . Upon its release