“That experience gave me the boost I needed as an artiste,” he says.Īfter college, Topu got enrolled in North South University (NSU). The response from the audience was great!” “While studying at Barisal Cadet College I was asked to perform at a programme. However the real turning point for Topu was his college days. “On a lonely afternoon or a glum evening, as the day changed its hues, I used to sit and observe everything around me and that would inspire me to write,” says Topu. Topu drew inspiration from his surroundings. “During my school days my interest in music grew.” According to the artiste, “I used to compose songs and set them to tune on my guitar.” “My sister had a harmonium and I loved playing it,” he recalls. Topu's foray into the world of music began at an early age. Recently, The Daily Star caught up with the musician. Vocalist of the band 'Yaatri', Topu has carved a niche for himself with hummable melodies like Ek paye nupur and more. Rasheduddin Ahmed Topu, widely known to young music lovers as “Topu”, is one of the most promising artistes in the contemporary music scene. For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel.
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