Euta Tara Dada Wari
by Nati Kaji
"Euta Tara Dada Wari" is a legendary and deeply nostalgic classic Nepali song composed and beautifully sung by the revered maestro Natikaji Shrestha. Known affectionately as the "Ambar Gurung of melodies" or simply Sangeet Maharishi, Natikaji crafted this track as a masterclass in Adhunik (modern) Nepali music. The poetic title translates to "A Star on This Side of the Hill," setting a melancholic, reflective tone. Relying on a rich foundation of acoustic instruments, a soft harmonium rhythm, and Natikaji’s uniquely soothing, mature vocals, the song captures the essence of old-school Nepali storytelling where nature, distance, and romantic longing intertwine.
Over the decades, the track has maintained an enduring legacy as an golden-era masterpiece, preserved on iconic collections such as the Natikaji In Tunes and Natikajika Geetharu-1 albums. Its profound emotional weight and timeless composition continue to inspire newer generations of artists, frequently being covered on global platforms like Mero Voice Universe. The song remains a staple for lovers of classical Nepali music, serving as a testament to Natikaji's monumental career at Radio Nepal, where he shaped the country's musical identity.
एउटा तारा डाँडा वारी, अर्को तारा पारी
नेटो काटी गएपनि, दिल हाराहारी
पहरामा मूल फुटी झरे दुई खोला
तलपुगि दोभानमा भेट हुनेहोला
चखेवाको यता बास, चखेविको उता
उही घाऊ मुटुमा छ, चाहे रहुन जता
एउटा तारा डाँडा वारी, अर्को तारा पारी
नेटो काटी गएपनि, दिल हाराहारी
धर्तीबाट कति दुर, आकाश छ माथि
एउटा को मा जोडिएको, अर्को को छ छाती
सुख साथै दु:ख यहाँ, घाम संगै छाया
बिछोड मै चिनिन्छ रे, के चिज हो माया
