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Popular Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar has lent his voice along with renowned Indian singer Kabir Suman for the first time in a duet song. The song was recorded on Sunday night and will soon be released on YouTube.
Previously, Asif provided vocals for six songs written and composed by Suman. The most recent one was a single titled, ‘Ekushey February er Daak’, in celebration of International Mother Language Day. The track was released on February this year.
The song was written and composed by renowned musician Kabir Suman, and arranged by Ujjal Sinha.
The lyrics of the song go as, ‘Asif Ekhon Ekannoy, Kabir Cholche Tiyattur, Cholte Cholte Raat Furoy, Raat Perolei Ashbe Bhor.’
“Kabir Suman doesn’t care about any doubts as he is a legendary singer, Kabir Suman. I consider myself lucky to have had the chance to work with him. This will remain a milestone in my career,” said Asif.
“Kabir Suman wanted me to sing a duet with him. I was so full of joy as I saw his excitement while singing the song. I think I might have done something good in life for which I got this chance as a reward. I am going towards success gradually by the grace of the Almighty,” he added.
The music arrangement of the song has been done by Uzzal Sinha. The song will be released on the YouTube channel of ARB Entertainment.
Kabir Suman recently performed in Dhaka after 13 years at the event ‘Kabir Suman Live in Dhaka’ which took place at the Engineer’s Institute. The concerts were set to mark the 30-year anniversary of Kabir Suman’s popular album ‘Tomake Chai’. He arrived in Dhaka on October 13 and performed on October 15, 18, and 21. Not just the performances, but also sharing his views and thoughts in between the songs.
