Contemporary singers' thoughts on patriotic songs
With Independence Day upon us, and every year, a number of new patriotic songs are composed and aired on the day on various TV channels, alongside the classics from Shadhin Bangla Betar Kenra. Some new singers of this generation talked about the songs of Independence Day in a recent talk with The Daily Star. Excerpts:
Sabbir
I have prepared 15 songs of Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra for Gazi TV marking the day. Besides, I have also done some new tracks. When I sing these songs, I feel the spirit of patriotism and can imagine what the brave Freedom Fighters went through on the battlefield. Such patriotic songs inspires me greatly.
Liza
When the day comes, I become very busy with live and stage shows. I also do record songs for the occasion. This time, I have to go through the same schedule. Basically I do perform tracks of Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, besides patriotic songs. While singing the songs, I feel the love to my country. I often regret that I was not present in the 1971 Liberation War. If I were a grown-up then, I would have gone to the battlefield. Although I sing different types of songs, I feel very comfortable performing patriotic songs.
Ronti
Patriotic songs are on the top of my choice of songs. The songs of Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra inspired the freedom fighters during the Liberation War. I will perform songs on three private channels on the occasion. To me, everyone - especially new generation should perform more patriotic songs and thus patriotism will grow in us.
Kornia
Independence Day, 21st February and Victory Day are very special for me. This year I have performed several songs on the occasion of Independence Day. I become very emotional when I sing songs on these occasions. I feel like in a way I'm doing something good for the country. We should patronize patriotic songs and help popularize them further.
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