A decaying society can’t change overnight: Hyder Husyn

Renowned Bangladeshi singer-songwriter Hyder Husyn, known for his socially conscious and unconventional music, has once again spoken out about the state of the nation. In a recent interview with local media, Husyn talked about life and his cautious optimism regarding the country's future.

Reflecting on the aftermath of the previous government's fall on August 5 and the instability that followed, Husyn remarked, "A society plagued by deep-rooted decay cannot change in a day. The nation must be patient in its pursuit of a better tomorrow."

In response to being asked about the state of our freedom of speech now, He stated, "Look, the hand of power may have changed, but many important positions are still held by the same old people. So, we have to wait longer."

Often seen as the voice of protest through his music, Husyn has written songs against injustice, including student killings, during the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement. His track, "Bijoy Ullash", released after the July-August protests, celebrates the people's triumph while urging vigilance.

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"Many lives were lost to bring about this change," he said. "While we rejoice in our victory, we must not forget that there's still much work left to preserve this joy."

Despite his impact, Hyder Husyn is no longer a regular in the music scene. However, he is set to present new songs this Eid-ul-Fitr. He confirmed that RTV asked him to perform for them, and he recorded seven songs, six of which will be aired this Eid. 

"Music was never a full-time hustle for me," he explained. "These songs were recorded at their request. Personally, I don't feel the urge to sing anymore."

Hyder's timeless hits like "Tirish Bochor Poreo Ami Shadhinotake Khujchi", "Ami Citkar Kore Kadite Cahiya", "Shari", and "Ami Faisa Gechi" still resonate with audiences, echoing the gritty truths of life and society.