“Yamunechya Tiri” is a traditional Marathi devotional song known as a gavalani, which beautifully depicts scenes from the childhood of Lord Krishna. The song captures the playful and divine moments of Krishna’s early life in Gokul, highlighting his love for playing the flute (bansuri) and his interaction with the cowherd girls (gopikas). The imagery of Krishna by the banks of the Yamuna river, enchanting the villagers with his flute, creates a serene and spiritual atmosphere that reflects deep devotion and cultural reverence.
This gavalani is often sung during religious festivals and gatherings, especially those celebrating Krishna Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. It not only narrates Krishna’s divine pastimes but also evokes the joyous spirit and community bonding associated with these celebrations. The song’s melodic flow and poetic lyrics make it a cherished piece in Marathi devotional music, connecting listeners emotionally to Lord Krishna’s divine presence and the rich traditions of Maharashtra
Yamunechya Tiri Lyrics In Marathi
यमुनेच्या तीरी काल पाहिला हरी
कान्हा वाजवी बासरी
बारा सोळा गौळ्याच्या नरी
त्या नटूनी चालल्या मथूरे बाजारी
त्याने मारला खडा न, माझा फोडला घडा
त्याने फोडिल्या घागरी
कान्हा वाजवी बासरी
यशोदा बोले बाळ श्रीहरी
छेडू नको रे गोकुळ नगरी
राधिकेच्या घरी कान्हा पलंगावरी
राधा झाली ग बावरी
कान्हा वाजवी बासरी
एका जनार्दनी गवळण राधा
ती विनवी तुजला अरे मुकुंदा
गवळ्याची नार करी सोळा सृंगार
झाली चरणावरी
कान्हा वाजवी बासर
