Renowned singer Pothik Nobi opened up about his musical journey, personal philosophy, and upcoming projects in a soulful appearance on Times of Bangladesh’s special Eid program, ‘Rhythm of Times.’ During the session, the artist emphasized that music, for him, is far more than a profession—it is a spiritual quest.
Hosted by Souro Bappa, the episode is scheduled to air on the third day of Eid (March 23) at 7:00 PM on the media outlet’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Delving into his musical style, Nobi explained that commercial success has never been his primary driver. ‘I only perform songs that truly resonate with my soul. There were times I sang songs I didn’t like just for the sake of money, but I soon realized that doing so robs one of inner peace,’ he shared. He maintained that for an artist, self-satisfaction must come first, followed by the connection with the audience.
The singer also recounted a poignant memory from his childhood that ironically fueled his passion. ‘My father once broke our radio. However, music would still drift in from the neighborhood, the local markets, or other houses—and that is where my hunger for it began. Where I faced resistance, my love only grew stronger,’ he recalled.
In a moment of humility, Nobi referred to himself as an ‘unschooled singer.’ He remarked, ‘I have very little academic training. But with music, there is always an element of a ‘divine gift.’ I believe that just as music discovered me, I discovered music—this symbiotic relationship is the foundation of my art.’
Concluding the program, the artist delivered an emotional message to the audience, urging a deeper focus on Bengali music and heritage.
‘Listen to and practice our folk music, Sufi songs, and the works of Lalon and Hason Raja. These melodies soothe the soul and broaden the mind,’ he added.
