Songs of Fire & Folklore
Lohri songs serve as a living record of the past, honoring Dulla Bhatti's tale and commemorating unity, courage, and appreciation with poignant, uncomplicated lyrics.
More Than Just Melodies
Sung by the bonfire or during Lohri collection, these songs bridge generations to their cultural heritage, imparting lessons of bravery, kindness, and belief.
History
Honoring folk heroes like Dulla Bhatti who fought for justice.
Harvest
Expressing gratitude to nature for fertility and abundance.
Blessings
Showering love and good wishes on newborns and newlyweds.
The Most Famous Songs
1. Sundar Mundariye Ho
ਸੁੰਦਰ ਮੁੰਦਰਿਏ ਹੋ!
ਤੇਰਾ ਕੌਣ ਵਿਚਾਰਾ ਹੋ?
ਦੁੱਲਾ ਭੱਟੀ ਵਾਲਾ ਹੋ!
ਦੁੱਲੇ ਦੀ ਧੀ ਵਿਆਹੀ ਹੋ!
Translation:
Oh lovely Sundri, who is there to watch over you? Dulla Bhatti is your safeguard, ensuring his daughter's marriage with honor...
Significance: Honors Dulla Bhatti for his protection of orphan girls and invokes blessings for fostering social responsibility.
2. Dulla Bhatti Ho
ਦੁੱਲਾ ਭੱਟੀ ਹੋ!
ਸ਼ੇਰ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦਾ ਹੋ!
ਧਨੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਲੁੱਟਿਆ ਹੋ!
ਗਰੀਬਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਹੋ!
Translation:
O Dulla Bhatti, the fearless Lion of Punjab, who stole from the wealthy and shared with the less fortunate!
Significance: Honors the fight against oppression, preserving the bravery and righteousness of Punjabi tales.
3. Ho Tera Kaun Vichara Ho
ਹੋ ਤੇਰਾ ਕੌਣ ਵਿਚਾਰਾ ਹੋ?
ਅੰਬਰਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਉਤਰਿਆ ਹੋ!
ਰੱਬ ਨੇ ਭੇਜਿਆ ਹੋ!
Meaning:
'Who will shield you? From above, God has dispatched a protector.'
Significance: Shows belief in divine protection and hope, especially important during brutal winters when survival relied on nature.
Gratitude & Joy
Harvest Gratitude
ਆਦਿ ਆਉਣੀ ਲੋਹੜੀ ਵੇ,
ਵੇਖੋ ਜੱਟਾਂ ਦੀ ਜੋੜੀ ਵੇ...
Lohri is here, Witness the solidarity of farmers, Share sesame, indulge in sweets...
Children's Collection
ਲੋਹੜੀ ਆਈ, ਲੋਹੜੀ ਆਈ,
ਜੀਵਣ ਜਗਾਇਆ, ਫਸਲ ਲਿਆਈ...
Lohri is here, Celebrating life and bounty, Bring coins, sesame, and treats, Or face the flames' fury!
Songs for New Beginnings
Linking Lohri to fertility, the continuation of family, and the joy of life.
ਪੁੱਤ ਜੰਮਿਆ ਘਰ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਆਈ,
ਲੋਹੜੀ ਦੀ ਅੱਗ ਰੌਸ਼ਨਾਈ
ਲੰਮੀ ਉਮਰ, ਚੜ੍ਹਦੀ ਕਲਾ,
ਵੱਸਦਾ ਰਹੇ ਇਹ ਘਰ ਸਦਾ
A new son brings joy to the household, as the Lohri fire glows warmly. May blessings of longevity and prosperity always be upon this home.