Song Title: Aa Gaya Madari Leke Jadu Ki Patari
Singer: Mohammad Rafi
Film: Zameen Ke Taare (1960)
Lyrics: Anand Bakshi
Music: S. Mohinder
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The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
Hey, the magician has arrived, bringing his box of magic
The monkey performs tricks, the whole world watches
O breeze, o wow, o bravo!
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
Dadar, Worli, Churchgate, Borivali, Bandra, Chembur
Look, my name is famous all over Bombay
Dadar, Worli, Churchgate, Borivali, Bandra, Chembur
Look, my name is famous all over Bombay
Raj Kapoor knows me, and so does Meena Kumari
With his hat, spoon, and sandals, the magician has arrived
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
My drum goes dug dug, the dhol goes dam dam
My monkey does, look, rock and roll
My drum goes dug dug, the dhol goes dam dam
My monkey does, look, rock and roll
Even it has caught the disease of the new age
O, beware, be careful!
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
Hey, the street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
The monkey performs tricks, the whole world watches
O breeze, o wow, o bravo!
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
The street magician has come, bringing his box of magic
Note: Hindi readers should refer to the original lyrics, not the translated version.
“Aa Gaya Madari Leke Jaadu Ki Pitari” is a lively and entertaining Bollywood song from the 1960 film Zameen Ke Taare, featuring the captivating voice of Mohammad Rafi. This track vividly portrays a street magician and his engaging performance, creating a festive and upbeat atmosphere with its catchy rhythm and lyrics. The song’s repeated chorus reinforces themes of entertainment and magic. It also offers a charming glimpse into the local culture of Mumbai (then Bombay), with references to specific locales and renowned personalities of the era, making it a delightful Hindi classic.
For deeper insight into the song, review the detailed analysis of the lyrics, composition and singing.
~ Balwant S. Wadhwani