Celebrated singer Kumar Bishwajit is set to entertain bookworms with his autobiography "Abong Bishwajit", which was released this year at the Ekushey Boi Mela.

We caught up with the National Award-winning singer to know about his experience of writing his first book, his journey so far, and more.

You have been singing for four decades now, and still manage to give back to back songs, including special releases for specific occasions. How do you keep up with the momentum?

Music is a matter of pursuit and practice. I have been in this industry for 40 years, and this is what I love doing.

I have always enjoyed music, I never get tired or bored of it. My passion empowers me to get better with every song.

I think my love for music is my biggest inspiration to keep up my efforts for forty years, and it will be for the years to come.

How busy have you been with stage shows?

I have been quite busy actually. Usually, Covid-19 cases go up during the winter and so, we had to cancel some of the shows this season, but everything seems to be back on track now.

I am in talks for many other live shows, and hope to finish them before the month of Ramadan.

Your autobiography was published recently. What should your fans look forward to from 'Ebong Bishwajit'?

After the book was published, certain thoughts crossed my mind frequently – What have I done in life that needs something as great as an autobiography? How much have I actually contributed to music?

I feel I have contributed very little to music. Nevertheless, Joy Shahriar transcribed the book, recording many events from my life that I had left behind in my long journey. "Ebong Bishwajit" opens the unread pages of my life.

What do you think about the current music scenario in Bangladesh?

Some newcomers are talented, and doing pretty well. I feel that musicians now aim to perform songs that will make them popular. Subsequently, they choose old tracks for their live performances.

Back in the old days, we used to simultaneously work on mixed and solo albums. I think the new singers are drifting away from that trend.

They should invest more thought, knowledge, and energy on original tracks rather than relishing on old hits. Only then will they be able to craft a name for themselves.