Ga Re Kokila Ga
Asha Bhosle Lyrics

ए ए ए
The song starts off with syllables meant to create a certain rhythm for the song.

आ आ आ
The repeated 'a' syllables continue the rhythmic pattern and set the tone for the song.

आह आ आ आ आ
The singer's voice starts rising in pitch and intensity, bringing in more energy into the song.

रे मन सुर में गा
The singer urges the listener to sing in tune with their heart, to tap into one's inner voice that reflects their true essence.

गा गा रे मन सुर में गा
The repetition of 'ga' creates a joyful mood and the singer reaffirms the importance of singing in tune.

कोई तार बेसुर न बोले, न बोले
No string or musical instrument should play out of tune, just as no voice should sing off-key.

जीवन है सुख दुःख का संगम
Life is a union of joy and sorrow, a blend of the highs and lows that make up its essence.

मध्यम के संग जैसे पंचम
Like the fifth note tunes itself to the middle note (madhyam) in Indian classical music, so should one keep in harmony with the rhythm of life.

दोनों को एक बना
In order to live well, one must harmonize both the sweet and sour moments of life and balance the two.

दिल जो धड़के ताल बजे रे
When one's heart beats in rhythm, it echoes the tempo of the drum, symbolizing a sense of contentment and happiness in one's life.

ताल ताल में समय चले रे
In keeping with the rhythm of life, time too plays its part in making things flow smoothly.

समय के संग हो जा
To keep up with the pace of life, one needs to be in sync with the times and stay flexible.

जग है गीतों की रजधानी
The world is a hub of music, where songs and melodies reign supreme.

सुर है राजा लय है रानी
Musical tones and the beat create the rhythm and melody, with the king and queen of music taking center stage.

साज़ रूप बन जा
The singer urges the listener to make music their way of being, to let it become a natural part of their life.

रे मन सुर में गा
The song ends on a positive note, at the rhythm of the heart, urging the listener to keep singing in tune with their inner self.