He received his initial training under his legendary uncle Krishna Dey. Later he migrated to Mumbai to gain foothold in Hindi cinema.
Mention of this great singer immediately brings into mind such unforgettable classical-based melodies as Bhai bhanjana, Sur na saje, Pucho na keise maine, Chham Chham baje re payaliya. In fact, whenever composers used to have a great classical composition in their minds, they would invariably take Manna Dey.
Interestingly, in spite of his solid classical background, he was equally at ease in all types of songs, be it Romantic - Yeh raat bheegi bheegi, Jaha bhi jaati hoon wohi chali aati ho, Dil ki girah khol do, Saanjh dhali; peppy - Aao twist karen; folksy - Chalata musafir moh liya re, door hain kinara; sad - Kasme Wade pyar wafa sab, Tum bin jeevan keisa jeevan; funny - Khali dabba khali botol, mere bhais ko danda; quali - Ai mere johra jevin, Yaari hain imaan mera; spiritual- Laaga chuneri mein daag; or philosophical - Zindegi keisi hain paheli, Tum besahara ho to; ghazal - Neino se yon baat kare.
One unique contribution is his famous rendition in music of the equally famous Madhushala written by Dr. Haribans Rai Bachchan the father of equally illustrious Amitabh Bachchan.
He is a composer in his own right, composing mostly in Bengali innumerable hit songs.
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Edit: He has been awarded the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke Awards.
Manna Dey Passed away on 24th Oct 2013.
Aaja Sanam Madhur
Manna Dey Lyrics
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मधुर चाँदनी में हम तुम मिले तो
वीराने में भी आ जाएगी बहार
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
केहता है दिल
और मचलता है दिल
मोरे साजन ले चल
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
भीगी भीगी रात में दिल का दामन थाम ले
खोई खोई ज़िन्दगी हर दम तेरा नाम ले
चाँद की बेहकी नज़र कह रही है प्यार कर
ज़िन्दगी है एक सफ़र कौन जाने कल किधर
चाँद की बेहकी नज़र कह रही है प्यार कर
ज़िन्दगी है एक सफ़र कौन जाने कल किधर
आजा सनम
मधुर चाँदनी में हम तुम मिले तो
वीराने में भी आ जाएगी बहार
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
केहता है दिल
और मचलता है दिल
मोरे साजन ले चल
मुझे तारों के पार
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
दिल ये चाहे आज तो बादल बन उड़ जाऊँ मैं
दुल्हन जैसा आसमां धरती पर ले आऊँ मैं
चाँद का डोला सजे धूम तारों में मचे
झूम के दुनिया कहें प्यार में दो दिल मिले
चाँद का डोला सजे धूम तारों में मचे
झूम के दुनिया कहें प्यार में दो दिल मिले
आजा सनम
मधुर चाँदनी में हम तुम मिले तो
वीराने में भी आ जाएगी बहार
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
केहता है दिल
और मचलता है दिल
मोरे साजन ले चल
मुझे तारों के पार
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
The song "Aaja Sanam Madhur" by Manna Dey is a romantic plea for a lover to come and meet under the sweet moonlight. The lyrics describe how even in a desolate place, the arrival of the lover will bring springtime and cause the sky to dance with joy. The singer's heart beats faster and dances with the hope of being taken across the stars by his beloved. The chorus repeats an invitation for the lover to come, promising a beautiful evening under the captivating moonlight.
The second verse takes a more sentimental turn, with the singer expressing his desire to hold onto his love during every moment of his life. He wants his lover's name to be with him always, and he imagines getting lost in the beauty of the night sky. He longs to fly like the clouds or bring down the stars to earth, so that he can share an unforgettable moment with his beloved.
The song's tender lyrics and soulful melody perfectly capture the essence of being in love and the desire to be with the one you love. Manna Dey's beautiful voice is complemented by the romantic lyrics, making this song an all-time classic.
Line by Line Meaning
आजा सनम
Come, my love
मधुर चाँदनी में हम तुम मिले तो
If we meet in the sweet moonlight
वीराने में भी आ जाएगी बहार
Even in the desolation, spring will come
झुमने लगेगा आसमान
The sky will start dancing
केहता है दिल
The heart says
और मचलता है दिल
And the heart dances
मोरे साजन ले चल
Take me, my love
मुझे तारों के पार
Beyond the stars
लगता नहीं है दिल यहाँ
The heart feels like it doesn't belong here
भीगी भीगी रात में दिल का दामन थाम ले
In the wet night, hold onto the heart's hem
खोई खोई ज़िन्दगी हर दम तेरा नाम ले
In this lost life, every moment takes your name
चाँद की बेहकी नज़र कह रही है प्यार कर
The moon's loving gaze is saying to love
ज़िन्दगी है एक सफ़र कौन जाने कल किधर
Life is a journey, who knows where tomorrow will take us
दिल ये चाहे आज तो बादल बन उड़ जाऊँ मैं
If the heart wishes today, I will fly away like a cloud
दुल्हन जैसा आसमां धरती पर ले आऊँ मैं
Like a bride, I will bring the sky down to earth
चाँद का डोला सजे धूम तारों में मचे
The moon swings and the stars dance in celebration
झूम के दुनिया कहें प्यार में दो दिल मिले
In the ecstatic world of love, two hearts meet
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Hasrat Jaipuri, Shankar-Jaikishan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Who is listening this masterpiece in 2024❤
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I am 13/ but I say proudly that 70s,80s,90s is the best era
@theavengers2106
That's from 50s
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Kon kon ye song 2024 me sun raha hain
@anmolmittal3944
I am 15 years old and I am use to of these 1950-70s songs ❤
@umaimaansari5972
Ab pta chala Nana ji aur Nani ji ko ye song kyu favourite h
@b.v.437
You are age?
@samreenfatima.missprincess552
Exactly
@AudrijaPaul
It's 2nd March, 2023
And still it's a masterpiece ❤❤❤
@asthapandey452
Same here☺️