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.
Readers may contribute their view in this regard and build up voice to urge upon the Indian Government in this regard.
Real great Review
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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.
Behag Jadi Na Hoi
Manna Dey Lyrics
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Basant jodi na aaj ashe
Ei ashorei mon tumu
Thako bondhu amar pashe
Tomar shurer hath ti dhore
Cholo chole jai
Jekhane te anondo raag
Kothar shure shure bhromor
Jethaye milon-shukhe hashe
Ei ashorei mon tumu
Thako bondhu amar pashe
Behag Jodi Na Hoi Raji
Basant jodi na aaj ashe
Ei ashorei mon tumu
Thako bondhu amar pashe
The song Behag Jodi Na Hoi Raji by Manna Dey is a beautiful piece that speaks of the yearning for companionship and the desire for joy and celebration. It begins with the line, “Behag jodi na hoi raji”, which means “If I am not pleased with Behag”, a reference to a raga in Indian classical music that is associated with love and devotion. The singer is expressing his dissatisfaction with life, which he believes would be complete only if he had someone to share his joys and sorrows with. He then goes on to say that even if the spring season, represented by the raga Basant, were to arrive, it would not bring any happiness to him if he were alone.
The singer then urges his friend to come and be with him, playing music that evokes joy and happiness. He asks his friend to take his hand and go where the music of joy and love plays, where happiness and laughter are found. The song then takes on an even more beautiful and romantic tone, as the singer sings of the humming of bees and the sound of music that fills every corner of the place where he and his friend will be. The song ends with the plea to his friend to stay by his side always as he longs for the warmth of companionship.
Overall, the song is a beautiful ode to friendship, love, happiness, and togetherness. It is a timeless classic that speaks to the universal human desire for connection and belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
Behag Jodi Na Hoi Raji
If Behag doesn't suit, that's fine
Basant jodi na aaj ashe
Even if Spring doesn't come today
Ei ashorei mon tumu
In this light-hearted state of mind
Thako bondhu amar pashe
Stay beside me, my friend
Tomar shurer hath ti dhore
Holding your hands that play the instrument
Cholo chole jai
Let's go on
Jekhane te anondo raag
Where the joyous melodies are played
Baaje go shodai
Let it be heard beautifully
Kothar shure shure bhromor
Around the courtyard, bees are humming
Jethaye milon-shukhe hashe
Where people are meeting and laughing with joy
Ei ashorei mon tumu
In this light-hearted state of mind
Thako bondhu amar pashe
Stay beside me, my friend
Behag Jodi Na Hoi Raji
If Behag doesn't suit, that's fine
Basant jodi na aaj ashe
Even if Spring doesn't come today
Ei ashorei mon tumu
In this light-hearted state of mind
Thako bondhu amar pashe
Stay beside me, my friend
Writer(s): ADHIR BAGCHI, PULAK BANERJEE
Contributed by Peyton T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Behag Jodi Na Hoy Raji Lyrics In Bengali
বেহাগ যদি না হয় রাজি
বসন্ত যদি না আজ আসে
এই আসরে ইমন তুমি,
থাকো বন্ধু আমার পাশে,
বেহাগ যদি না হয় রাজি
বসন্ত যদি না আজ আসে
এই আসরে ইমন তুমি,
থাকো বন্ধু আমার পাশে,
তোমার সুরের হাতটি ধরে
চলো চলে যাই,
যেখানেতে আনন্দ রাগ
বাজে গো সদাই …
তোমার সুরের হাতটি ধরে
চলো চলে যাই,
যেখানেতে আনন্দ রাগ
বাজে গো সদাই …
কথার ফুলে সুরের ভ্রমর
যেখানে মিলন সুখে হাসে
সেই আসরে ইমন তুমি,
থাকো বন্ধু আমার পাশে ।
চোখের দেখা যাক ফুরিয়ে,
ক্ষতি কিচ্ছু নাই,
স্বপ্ন দেখার নাই সীমানা
দেখে যাবো তাই…
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তাইতো শুধুই ভালোবাসে
এই আসরে ইমন তুমি,
থাকো বন্ধু আমার পাশে...
@aritroarnav6712
"...... jadi na hoy raji
_ jodi na aaj ashe
Ei ashore .... tumi
Thako bondhu amar pashe
Tomar surer haat ti dhore
cholo chole jai..
Chokher dekha jaak furiye
khoti kichu nai
Shopno dekhar nai simana dekhe jabo tai
Valobashai shikheche mon
Taito shudhu bhalobashe"
Dec 21, 2022
@anitabhattacharjee9686
কথা ও সুরের এমন মেলবন্ধণ অবাক করার মতো ৷গানটি বারবার শুনতে ইচ্ছে হয় ৷
@pijushkantichattopadhyay4427
Just closed my eyes and I lost myself in the world of music. Many many salutes to the legendary singer...
@sayantanbiswas1168
চোখের দেখা যাক ফুরিয়ে ক্ষতি কিছু নাই...🧡🧡
স্বপ্ন দেখার নাই সীমানা দেখে যাব তাই....😍😍
@kaziparibaruk4283
সব সময় শুনি এই গান গুলোmanna dev ওনাদের যে কোন গান এর ভাল বা খারাপ কোন কিছু comment করার সাহস আমার নাই উনাদের গান সাবকিছুর উপরে । thank you for sharing 💓
@sanchitakulavi4251
Satti erokm gaan sunle r 2021 a thakte ichaa hoina 2002 te fire jate ichaa hoi khub Ami ekjon 19 year er may amr pochando ta jeno 2002 te thke vogoban
@ujanplay
Thik👌
@baneswarbhattacharjee7
Ekdam thik bolecho bon ekhan khali ang ban gan hoi
@zahidulsiddique248
Manna Dey is my favorite singer of all time. What a singer!
@194620031
Manna Dey is a legend .Hats off to this respected singer
@artistsimaroy8444
Osadharon gaan.ei sob gaan hridoyer majhe chirokal thke jabe.kokhno purono hbe na....