Mavi Gri was formed in 2016 in Kadıköy, Istanbul by university students Akif Alkan and Yusuf Kurtucu. Engincan Onar joined the group in 2020. They released their debut single "Ben Sende Yandım" during the rise of digital music consumption. In 2018, they released their first album "İlkyaz Yağmuru" consisting of eleven tracks with a rock sound.

During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the band continued their work from home and produced hit songs like "Altüst Olmuşum" and "O Ben Olamam." As live performances resumed post-pandemic, their song "Dünyanın En Güzel Kızı" gained popularity among fans. Akif Alkan is responsible for the lyrics and music of their songs, while the band's humorous social media content contributed to their promotion. Their music featured in Turkish TV series, boosting their visibility, with the song "İlaç Ol Yaralarıma" becoming a radio hit.

Collaborating frequently with Ahmet Hatipoğlu, Mavi Gri's first song together, "Ölümle Yaşam Arasında," became a viral hit on social media. Known for their extensive live performances, Mavi Gri remains active in music production and concerts, maintaining a prominent presence in the Turkish music scene.