Goru Bihur (Husori) Lyrics – Zubeen Garg | Assamese Bihu Song with Meaning in English

Goru Bihur (Husori) lyrics: it is more than just a song — it’s a lively musical expression of the cherished traditions and deep emotions surrounding the Goru Bihu festival. With its touching lyrics and Zubeen Garg‘s soulful voice, the song beautifully captures the spirit of Assam and the bond between people and their beloved cattle.

Bohag Bihu, Assam’s vibrant spring festival, is a time of joy and renewal. Its first day, Goru Bihu, is especially meaningful as it honors cattle — a vital part of Assamese agriculture and daily life. Amidst the traditional rituals, the air resonates with the enchanting melodies of Husori, a form of folk singing and dancing. Zubeen Garg‘s popular song, “Goru Bihur (Husori),” from the album Moromjaan 2004, beautifully encapsulates the spirit and cultural essence of this auspicious day. Let’s explore the Assamese and English lyrics of this beloved song and unravel its deeper meaning.

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Goru Bihur (Husori) Lyrics in Assamese:

গৰু বিহুৰ গধূলি হুঁচৰি গায়

গৃহস্থই চাকি ধূপ-ধূনা জ্বলাই

কালিলৈ গধূলি হুঁচৰি জুৰিম গৈ

শৰাই খনি থবি সজাই

মোৰ আই ঐ, শৰাই খনি থবি সজাই

গৰু বিহুৰ গধূলি হুঁচৰি গায়

গৃহস্থই চাকি ধূপ-ধূনা জ্বলাই

কালিলৈ গধূলি হুঁচৰি জুৰিম গৈ

শৰাই খনি থবি সজাই

মোৰ আই ঐ, শৰাই খনি থবি সজাই

গাওঁৰ ঘৰে ঘৰে হুঁচৰি গাই

গৃহস্থই ৰাইজক সেৱা জনাই

মূৰৰ চুলি চিঙি আশীৰ্বাদ কৰিছো

বছৰটি যে কুশলে যায়

মোৰ আই ঐ, বছৰটি যে কুশলে যায়

ঢোলে তালে খোলে হুঁচৰি গাই

হুঁচৰিৰ তুলনা পাবলৈ নাই

ৰাইজৰ পদ-ধূলাই পবিত্ৰ কৰিছে

চৌদিশে ৰজন জনাই

মোৰ আই ঐ সেৱকীয়ো আহা ওলাই

ঐ ৰাম, গৰু গাই বান্ধি লৈ

ঐ ৰাম, ভকত সব আহিছে

ঐ ৰাম, গাতে চেলেং চাদৰ লৈ

এনে বিনন্দীয়া, আমাৰে হুঁচৰি

নেগাই থাকো কেনেকৈ

মোৰ আই ঐ চিৰদিন থাকিব বৈ

ঐ ৰাম, হুঁচৰি সামৰি

ঐ ৰাম, ভকত হ’ল আজৰি

ঐ ৰাম, শৰাই অৰিহণা লৈ

আমি ডেকাসবে ব’লা বিহু মাৰো

নাচনীক লগতে লৈ

মোৰ আই ঐ, নাচনীক লগতে লৈ

মোৰ আই ঐ, নাচনীক লগতে লৈ

ঐ মৰজান মৰমৰ,

ঐ মৰমজান চেনেহৰ,

ঐ মৰমজান আঁচলৰ ধন,

এনে মৰমজানক এৰিব লাগিলে

ঐ বিহুতে নবহে মন

Goru Bihur (Husori) Lyrics in English:

Goru Bihur Godhuli Husori Gai

Grihostoi Saki Dhup Dhuna Jolai

KAliloi Godhuli Husori Jurimgoi

Horaikhoni Thobi Xojai

Mur Aai Oi, Horaikhoni Thobi Xojai

Goru Bihur Godhuli Husori Gai

Grihostoi Saki Dhup Dhuna Jolai

KAliloi Godhuli Husori Jurimgoi

Horaikhoni Thobi Xojai

Mur Aai Oi, Horaikhoni Thobi Xojai

Gawor Ghore Ghore Husori Gai

Grihostoi RAijok Xewa Jonai

Muror Suli Singi Aakhirbad Korisu

Bosorti Jen Khukhole Jai

Mur Aai oi,Bosorti Jen Khukhole Jai

Dhule Taale Khule Husori Gai

Husorir Tula PAboloi Nai

Raaijor Pododhulai Pobitra Korise

Soudikh Rojonjonai

Mur Aai oi, Xewokiyu Aaha Ulai

Ooi Raam, Goru GAi BAndhi Loi

Ooi Raam, Vokot Xob Aahise

Ooi Raam, Gaate Seleng Sador Loi

Ene Binondia, Aamare Husori

Negai Thaku Kenekoi

Mur Aai Oi, Sirodin Thakibo Boi

Ooi Raam, Husori Hamori

Ooi Raam, Vokot Hol Aajori

Ooi Raam, Horai Orihona Loi

Aami Dekahobe Bola Bihu Maru

Naasonik Logote Loi

Mur Aai Oi, Nasonik Logote Loi

Mur Aai Oi, Nasonik Logote Loi

Ooi Mormjaan Moromor,

Ooi Mormjaan Senehor,

Ooi Mormjaan Aasolor Dhon,

Ene Mormjaanok Aribo Laagile

Ooi Bihute Nobohe Mon

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Meaning of the song “Goru Bihur (Husori)”:

Zubeen Garg’s “Goru Bihur (Husori)” beautifully portrays the cultural significance and heartwarming traditions associated with the Goru Bihu celebrations during Rongali Bihu. This Husori song vividly describes the welcoming atmosphere and the respectful exchange between the visiting Husori performers and the households they visit.

The lyrics paint a picture of the evening of Goru Bihu, where families light lamps and incense, creating a sacred ambiance. There’s joyful anticipation for the next day’s Husori performance, as families prepare to warmly welcome the singing troupes with a shorai (a traditional offering tray).

As the Husori performers move from house to house in the village, they are greeted with sewa (a gesture of respect) by the homeowners As part of the tradition, performers offer blessings — sometimes symbolically plucking a strand of hair — wishing the family a prosperous and healthy year ahead.

The song emphasizes the captivating nature of Husori, with the rhythmic beats of the dhol (drum), taal (cymbals) , Pepa and khol (a type of drum) creating an unparalleled musical experience. The dust from the feet of the visiting performers is considered sacred, filling the surroundings with a festive spirit as everyone, including the humble servants, comes out to witness the spectacle.

The lyrics also describe the arrival of the performers, draped in traditional seleng chador (a ceremonial shawl), capturing the auspicious spirit of the occasion. The sheer joy of the Husori performance is so captivating that one cannot help but be immersed in its flow, hoping it continues forever.

As the Husori concludes, the performers are offered shorai orihona – traditional gifts or offerings as a token of appreciation for their performance. The younger generation then eagerly looks forward to continuing the Bihu festivities with dance and merriment, often accompanied by dancers.

Finally, the song expresses a deep affection (Moromjaan) and a sense of longing, perhaps for a loved one, making it difficult to concentrate on the festivities, showcasing the emotional depth often woven into Bihu songs.

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