Mayalu
by Tshering Bhutia
"Mayalu" is a soulful 2017 Nepali modern pop track performed by singer and sound engineer Tshering Bhutia in collaboration with the legendary Prism Band. Written and composed by Bnaya Lama, with musical arrangement handled by Bishal Tamrakar, the track serves as a classic representation of early-2000s inspired Nepali modern melodies. The composition masterfully blends smooth, slow-tempo pop-rock elements with heartfelt romantic poetry, offering a timeless sonic experience that contrasts sharply with today's fast-paced electronic pop.
The track stands out significantly due to the powerhouse backing of the Prism Band lineup, which features prominent figures of the regional music landscape including veteran drummer Dev Rana and bassist Subarna Limbu. Distributed officially by Music Nepal, "Mayalu by Tshering Bhutia features musicians from Prism Band" to create an elegant, guitar-driven ballad. Between Bhutia’s rich vocal performance and the intricate live instrumentation of the band, the song continues to be celebrated online as a nostalgic gem for traditional Nepali pop enthusiasts.
Yo chokho mayalia jaali nabhana
Udauchu railai ma janna bhabhana
Yo chokho mayalia jaali nabhana
Udauchu railai ma janna bhabhana
Mayalu meri mayalu
Mayalu meri mayalu
Verse 1
Timro mero mutu gasisakya cha
Chati ma maya basi sakya cha
Timro mero mutu gasisakya cha
Chati ma maya basi sakya cha
Chhutauna yeslai garho parya cha
Nabhanu kasari bhannai parya cha
Chhutauna yeslai garho parya cha
Nabhanu kasari bhannai parya cha
Mayalu meri mayalu
Mayalu meri mayalu
Verse 2
Piratiko rogle rogi banayo
Timro mayale jogi banayo
Piratiko rogle rogi banayo
Timro mayale jogi banayo
Bhetera timilai Beni hataima
Udayo mayalai ghiring ghattaima
Bhetera timilai Beni haataima
Udayo mayalai ghiring ghattaima
Mayalu meri mayalu
Mayalu meri mayalu
Yo chokho mayalia jaali nabhana
Udauchu railai ma janna bhabhana
Yo chokho mayalia jaali nabhana
Udauchu railai ma janna bhabhana
Mayalu meri mayalu
Mayalu meri mayalu
Mayalu meri mayalu
Mayalu meri mayalu
