Mero Pauma
by Gopal Yonzon, Mira Rana
"Mero Pauma" is a masterpiece of classical Nepali Adhunik music composed and written by the legendary Gopal Yonjan. Beautifully performed by prominent vocalist Meera Rana alongside Yonjan, this iconic duet is part of the widely celebrated anthology album Bhettinu Chhuttinu. The composition brilliantly showcases Yonjan's signature musical style, blending intricate classical melodies with deeply moving arrangements that defined an era of Nepalese fine art. Decades after its creation, the song continues to enjoy massive cultural reverence, frequently performed live on national platforms like The Voice of Nepal and dedicated live music archive series like Paleti.
The track is a poetic, romantic expression that revolves around the overwhelming anticipation of uniting with a lover. The opening line, "Mero pauma aaja kohi pauju bandha, mero mayale malai bolayo" translates to "Someone tie anklets on my feet today, my love has called for me," capturing a beautiful blend of traditional courtship and excitement. The verses are rich with elegant sensory imagery, describing eyes filled with sacred nectar (madhuparka) and hair carrying the essence of spring (madhumas). It culminates in a profound declaration of devotion, asking the beloved to enter their dreams, reality, and even return as a soulmate in the next lifetime (arko janam pani aau).
Mero pauma aja kohi pauju badha
Mero mayale malai bolayo
Mero pauma aja kohi pauju badha
Mero mayale malai bolayo
Aankha bhari madhu parka bokeki
Kesh bhari madhumas
Aankha bhari madhu parka bokeki
Kesh bhari madhumas
Lali lajaune othama usko
Beli chameli subash
Mero pauma aja kohi pauju badha
Mero mayale malai bolayo
Sapana bhari timi aau priyatama
Bipana bhari timi aau
Sapana bhari timi aau priyatama
Bipana bhari timi aau
Mero hridayako dev banera
Arko jaman timi aau
Mero pauma aja kohi pauju badha
Mero mayale malai bolayo
Mero pauma aja kohi pauju badha
Mero mayale malai bolayo
