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.
O My Darling
Manna Dey Lyrics
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hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
tu bhi tu bhi tu bhi bata de hasi, tikhi tikhi tikhi ada bhi hasi
tu bhi tu bhi tu bhi bata de hasi, tikhi tikhi tikhi ada bhi hasi
duty idhar aur udhar, lau bhi yaha hai magar
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
chori chori chori chori chori chori
chori chori chori mile jo gale, dekho dekho dekho kaha wo chale
ye juliet romiyo inki ye no yes no
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
aao aao aao armaan jawa hai abhi
hey paapa mamma jaane kaha hai abhi
paapa mamma jaane, paapa mamma jaane, paapa mamma jaane
aao aao aao armaan jawa hai
hey paapa mamma jaane kaha hai abhi
life ye game hai, rona hasi same hai
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
kaale kaale kesu udaake chali, hey gore gore baaju chhudaake chali
gore gore baaju, gore gore baaju, gore gore baaju haay haay haay
kaale kaale kesu udaake chali, hey gore gore baaju chhudaake chali
ha ha honey go honey, baatein hai dono funny
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
tu bhi tu bhi tu bhi bata de hasi, tikhi tikhi tikhi ada bhi hasi
duty idhar aue udhar, lau bhi yaha hai magar
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling, hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling, o my darling
The lyrics to Manna Dey's song "O My Darling" are a mix of Hindi and English, and express a sense of carefree joy and youthful energy. The opening lines, "hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling," can be translated as "there is nothing much, my darling." This suggests a kind of nonchalant attitude towards life, in which the singer is simply happy to be alive and enjoying the moment. The next few lines encourage the listener to express themselves freely, saying "tu bhi tu bhi tu bhi bata de hasi" (you too, show your smile) and "tikhi tikhi tikhi ada bhi hasi" (even your sharp movements should be joyful).
The second stanza introduces a bit more of a story, with the line "chori chori chori mile jo gale" (we met secretly, embracing each other). This is followed by a reference to Romeo and Juliet, suggesting that the singer is experiencing the passion and drama of young love. The final stanza is perhaps the most lighthearted, featuring silly phrases like "kaale kaale kesu udaake chali" (she flipped her black hair), and "gore gore baaju chhudaake chali" (she shook her fair arms). The overall effect of the song is one of youthful energy, optimism, and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
There is nothing of significance, my dear
tu bhi tu bhi tu bhi bata de hasi, tikhi tikhi tikhi ada bhi hasi
You too, show me your smile, your sharp and witty expression, your laughter
duty idhar aur udhar, lau bhi yaha hai magar
Duties and responsibilities are all around, the flame is also present here, but nothing of significance remains, my dear
chori chori chori mile jo gale, dekho dekho dekho kaha wo chale
When we met secretly, where did they go, see see see
ye juliet romiyo inki ye no yes no
This is like the story of Romeo and Juliet, filled with indecisiveness
aao aao aao armaan jawa hai abhi, hey paapa mamma jaane kaha hai abhi
Come, come, come, the desires are still young, hey father and mother, where are they now?
life ye game hai, rona hasi same hai
Life is a game, and whether we laugh or cry, it is the same
kaale kaale kesu udaake chali, hey gore gore baaju chhudaake chali
She went away flipping her black hair, and waving her fair arms
ha ha honey go honey, baatein hai dono funny
Haha, honey go honey, our conversations are all funny
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
There is nothing of significance, my dear
tu bhi tu bhi tu bhi bata de hasi, tikhi tikhi tikhi ada bhi hasi
You too, show me your smile, your sharp and witty expression, your laughter
duty idhar aur udhar, lau bhi yaha hai magar
Duties and responsibilities are all around, the flame is also present here, but nothing of significance remains, my dear
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
There is nothing of significance, my dear
hai kuchh bhi nahi o my darling
There is nothing of significance, my dear
Contributed by Isaac P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
NIKHIL RANJAN - TOLLYWOOD , KOLKATA .
on E KI APURBA PREM
Apurba prem dile - sung with a different tune and style which is highly appreciated .
Nirupam Paik
on Hridayer Gaan Shikhe To Gaay Go Sabai
https://www.infobangla.online/2023/05/coffee-houser-sei-adda-ta-ajj-r-nei-bengali-song-lyrics.html
Nirupam Paik
on Hridayer Gaan Shikhe To Gaay Go Sabai
কফি হাউসের সেই আড্ডাটা আজ আর নেই
আজ আর নেই...
কবি কবি চেহারা কাঁধেতে ঝোলানো ব্যাগ
মুছে যাবে অমলের নামটা
একটা কবিতা তার হোল না কোথাও ছাপা
পেলনা সে প্রতিভার দামটা
অফিসের সোশালে অ্যামেচার নাটকে
রমা রায় অভিনয় করতো
কাগজের রিপোর্টার মঈদুল এসে রোজ
কি লিখেছে তাই শুধু পড়তো
কফি হাউসের সেই আড্ডাটা আজ আর নেই
আজ আর নেই
কোথায় হারিয়ে গেল সোনালী বিকেলগুলো সেই
আজ আর নেই...
সেই সাত জন নেই
আজ টেবিলটা তবু আছে
সাতটা পেয়ালা অজোও খালি নেই
একই সে বাগানে আজ
এসেছে নতুন কুঁড়ি
শুধু সেই সেদিনের মালী নেই
কত স্বপনের রোদ ওঠে এই কফি হাউসে
কত স্বপ্ন মেঘে ঢেকে যায়
কত জন এল গেলো
কতজনই আসবে
কফি হাউসটা শুধু থেকে যায়
কফি হাউসের সেই আড্ডাটা আজ আর নেই
আজ আর নেই
কোথায় হারিয়ে গেল সোনালী বিকেলগুলো সেই
আজ আর নেই..
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AM
on AMI AAJ AKASHER MATO EKELA
দুটি গান দুটি প্রাণ দুটি মন,
এই নিয়ে দুজনার এ ভুবন।
এ জীবন দেখেছিলো শরতের সোনার স্বপন,
সে সাধ অতীত আজ কাঁদে নিরালা
নিয়ে শুধু "বিজলির" দহন জ্বালা,
চকিত আলোয় তার আঁখি মোর দিশা যে হারায়।।
Sumit
on Coffee Houser Sei Addata Aaj Aar Nei
Visit for Full Coffee Houser Sei Addata Aaj Ar Nei Lyrics
Harasit
on Aaj Sharate Kasher Bone
Gantiamidounlodkartechai
Chayan
on Jharo Jharo Bristite
Pl have this lyrics jharo jharo brishti te film Indira. ny manna dey
শাহজাহান সাজু
on Coffee Houser Sei Addata Aaj Aar Nei
nice
Robinkumarqwe@gmail.com
on Lalita Go Oke Aaj Chole Jete Bal Na
Nice
Tulsienauth Tiwarri
on Ka Phonta Chokher Jal Phelechho
Great song.