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Papi Mona, a Bangladeshi singer known for her unique style, is making waves in the United States (US). He has reached the top 10 in the ‘Next Top Hitmaker’ competition organized by Rolling Stone magazine. As of this week, Papi Mona is leading the competition, currently holding the first position.
The music community in Bangladesh considers this achievement a matter of pride for the country. Papi Mona's original song ‘No Standing Anytime,’ which he wrote, composed, and performed, was accepted for the competition.
If Papi Mona wins the competition through public voting, he will receive a prize of $10,000 and an opportunity to perform at the Future of Music showcase. The singer, who has been in the music industry for 25 years, said that working in the American mainstream music scene has been his long-time dream.
Rolling Stone, a magazine that focuses on music, politics, and culture, is running this competition in collaboration with Colossal. The voting process is open to the public online, and Papi Mona is actively seeking support from his fans and well-wishers in Bangladesh. Currently, voting is underway to determine the top five contestants.
This competition presents a significant opportunity for Papi Mona to gain international recognition and potentially break into the American music industry, marking a notable moment for Bangladesh's music scene on the global stage.
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