Deva's parents are a mystic/artist father and a musically talented mother, she was taught violin, piano and received voice training. By the time she was five years old, she was already chanting the Gayatri Mantra daily, and since that time she continues to integrate meditation into her life.
She has studied Shiatsu, Reflexology, CranioSacral Therapy and Massage, but music remains her first love. The influence of Indian classical music is evident in her singing, although she has never attempted to copy or steal from the tradition. "It just comes naturally," she says, "as if I'd heard it all before, in another life."
Among the numerous letters of appreciation she has received since the release of her albums, many describe how her music has been used to accompany and enhance the sacred passages of birth and death. In fact, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, the world famous author of On Death And Dying, requested that Miten and Deva bring their music to accompany her passing. "We have played for many people," says Deva, "but to play personally for Elizabeth was something I will never forget.”
Homage to Krishna
Deva Premal Lyrics
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Krishna krishna
Jai jai
Hare rama rama rama
Jai jai
Jai jai ram om krishna hare
The lyrics to Deva Premal's song Homage to Krishna are a joyful and reverent tribute to the Hindu god Krishna. The opening lines, "Hare krishna, Krishna krishna, Jai jai," are an invocation of Krishna's name and a way to offer him respect and praise. In Hinduism, repeating the name of a deity is considered a powerful form of devotion and a way to connect with divine energy. As the song continues, the lyrics shift to "Hare rama rama rama, Jai jai," which is an homage to another Hindu god, Rama.
Overall, the song expresses a deep sense of devotion and gratitude to the divine. The repetition of Krishna's name and the use of the phrase "Jai jai," which means "victory," convey a sense of celebration and reverence. The inclusion of Rama's name adds another layer to the song's message, as it acknowledges the interconnectedness of the Hindu pantheon and the idea that all gods are ultimately facets of the same divine energy.
Line by Line Meaning
Hare krishna
Oh Lord Krishna, I offer my loving devotion to you with the utmost respect and admiration
Krishna krishna
I chant your divine name, Krishna, with complete devotion and reverence
Jai jai
Victory, victory to you, oh Lord Krishna, as I honor you with this song
Hare rama rama rama
Oh Lord Rama, please accept my heartfelt praises and devotion as I chant your holy name with great reverence and love
Jai jai
I offer my joyful adoration and reverence to you, oh Lord Rama, in this song of devotion
Jai jai ram om krishna hare
Victory, victory to both Lord Krishna and Lord Rama, as I offer my profound love and devotion to you both
Writer(s): Ulrich Schroder Copyright: Sony/ATV Music Publishing Bv
Contributed by Tyler C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.