The Musical Phenomenon: Sabin Rai, the Nepali Bryan Adams

Sabin Rai is one of the legendary singers of Nepal, he is also known as a songwriter. He is often referred to as the Bryan Adams (Canadian singer-songwriter) of Nepal due to his exceptional vocal abilities. His first popular song "Komal Tyo Timro," was featured on his album Sataha, despite his earlier release of "Ekai Aakash Muni." Rai has entertained audiences in numerous countries, including Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, the United States, South Korea, Bahrain, Singapore, Thailand, etc. Rai is highly regarded for his captivating stage performances and his unique approach to singing his classic hits. He has since formed his own band, "Sabin Rai & The Pharaoh."

 

Rai is a well-known Nepalese musician recognized for his energetic stage presence and distinct raspy vocals. He has gained immense popularity worldwide with his nostalgic as well as contemporary hits. Sabin Rai is now accompanied by the talented members of Pharaoh Band, including John Shrestha and Nikesh KC on guitars, Jeevan Lama on bass, Binod Lama Tamang on drums, Steven Tamang on sound, and Abiz Basukala on live visuals. Each member of the band is exceptional in their respective field, providing a complete experience for their audience. Sabin Rai and the Pharaoh have won multiple awards, including three Hits FM awards in 2022 and a previous one in 2016, along with a silver play button from YouTube. The band's popularity continues to grow, ensuring their longevity in the music industry. 

Discography

Albums

• 2001 – Nine
• 2003 – Sataha
• 2004 – Sabin Rai Remixes
• 2006 – Sataha 2
• 2010 – Ranga Manch Ko Rang
• 2019 – Dhanyabaad

 

Achievements

• 2003 AD – Best Album of the Year- Sataha- Hits FM Award
• 2003 AD – Best New Artist of the Year- Sataha- Image Channel
• 2004 AD – Best New Artist of the Year- Channel Nepal
• 2007 AD – Best Pop Composition- (Samjhana Harulai)
• 2007 AD – Best Vocal Performance- Ma Sansar Jitne
• 2009 AD – Chinnalata Award.
• 2015 AD – Best Song of the Year- Timi Nai Hau-(Sabin Rai & The Pharaoh) Hits FM Award

 

Rai's Popular songs and Lyrics

Guransa  ko  pheda  muni

Lyrics : Guransa  Ko  Pheda

Guransa  ko  pheda  muni  samjhana  ko  chaaya

Jahan  gaye  ni  kina  laagchha  malai  timrai  maya

 

Ek  baara  ko  maatra  ho  yo  hamro  juni

Maya  dina  kina  huchhau  nisthuri  timi

Aajai  gai  buda  subba  lekhu naam basaima

Kati  basu  ma  timi  aaune  aasaima

 

Guransa  ko  pheda  muni  samjhana  ko  chaaya

Jahan  gaye  ni  kina  laagchha  malai  timrai  maya

 

Lok  katha  ko  rajkumar  mai  timro  laagi

Timro  saatha  paayen  bhane  udchhu  badal  maathi

Bhariye  chha  timrai  mayale  mero  yo  chaati

Jasari  ni  paai  haalchhu  panchha  kanya  bhaaki

 

Guransa  ko  pheda  muni  samjhana  ko  chaaya

Jahan  gaye  ni  kina  laagchha  malai  timrai  maya

Jahan  gaye  ni  kina  laagchha  malai  timrai  maya

Jahan  gaye  ni  kina  laagchha  malai  timrai  maya

Jau ki Basu

Lyrics: Jau ki Basu

maya timile kahile garey

jasto malaai laagdaina

khaali dosh didai aayau

malaai kina ho kahile bujhina

jasto aapatti aaye pani haami maajh

sangai hunchhu ma bhanthyau pahiley

kahaa gayo tyo timro jaagar

kahaa sukyo mayako saagar

jaau ki basu kina ki ajhai

laagchha maya timro malai

ruwaau ki haasu kaso garu aba ma

timi nai bhana na

 

praaya sangai hunthyau tyasto

kunai sankoch thiyena

bistarai pariwartan dekhayau

kina ho kahile bujhina

kahile kaahi yeso ma samjhanchhu

kati sajilo chha birsa bhannu

samjhera ta hera ek choti timi

kati gahro cha pheri birsanu

jaau ki basu kina ki ajhai

laagchha maya timro malai

ruwaau ki haasu kaso garu aba ma

timi nai bhana na

 

chaheko thiye timilai hridaya dekhi

timi saath thiyau khushi thiye

jindagi safal thiyo kaha galti bho

jaau ki basu kina ki ajhai

laagchha maya timro malai

ruwaau ki haasu kaso garu aba ma

timi nai bhana na

 

Timi Nai Hau 

Lyrics: Timi Nai Hau

Rai's Intro:

Upahar swaroop yo tasbeer maya garne haru lai,

bhalai choto hola yaha sabai drishya atauna lai

Jindagi narahos, rahi rahanecha yesma kaid pal haru,

Timi chau, timro pyaro manche cha

Tyo bhanda aru ke nai chahincha euta maya garne byakti lai

 

Timi nai hau

Malai maya garne

Timi nai hau, timi nai hau

Timi nai hau, timi nai hau

 

Timi nai hau

Malai khushi diney

Timi nai hau, timi nai hau

Timi nai hau, timi nai hau

Timi nai hau ummm

Timi nai hau

 

Hera malai samau yo haat

Nachhutosh hamro darilo saath

Dekhney ley dekhosh, sunosh

Hamro yo sambandha

 

Paschatap chaina kunai yaha

Khusi chau hami chau jaha

Vanne ley vanosh, garosh

Hamro barey kura

 

Jati j cha mero

Timi hau

 

Timi nai hau

Malai aafno vanney

Timi nai hau, timi nai hau

Timi nai hau, timi nai hau

 

Timi nai hau ummm

Timi nai hau nananana

 

Timi nai hau

Timi nai

Timi, timi

Timi, timi

 

Timi nai hau yeah

Oooooooh oooh yeah

Timi nai hau

Malai Angali Deu

Lyrics: Malai Angali Deu

Malai angali deu

Timro nyano angaloma

Jaha dherai sapana saji jeuda cha

Ani beglai ananda pani

Jaha sabbai ujyal ani prasta cha

Duniya le namagne gari

 

Malai dubai deu

Timro gahiro maya taal ma

Jaha jindagi bhari rahi rahna pau

Ek arka ko khusi bani

Jaha afsos nahos dhoka nahos

Jati badha aye pani

 

Sochnai sakdina ma

Timi bina ko jeevan

Chunai sakdina ma

Timi bina ko gagan

 

Timi nai hau sahayatri

Timi nai hau jindagani

Timi nai hau sarbapari

 

Malai angali deu

Timro nyano angaloma

Jaha dherai sapana saji jeuda cha

Ani beglai ananda pani

Jaha sabbai ujyal ani prasta cha

Duniya le namagne gari

 

Na na na na na na

Na na na na na na na

 

Na na na na na na

Na na na na na na na