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Chhatti Maiya Mamta Lutave (छठी मैया ममता लुटावे)
— Payal Dev
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Jode Jode Falwa (जोड़े जोड़े फलवा)
— Palak Muchhal
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Marbo Re Sugwa Dhanukh Se (मारबो रे सुगवा धनुख से)
— Anuradha Paudwal
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Uga He Suruj Dev (उगह हे सूरज देव)
— Anuradha Paudwal
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Kelwa Ke Paat Par (केलवा के पात पर)
— Sharda Sinha
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Ho Deenanath (हो दीनानाथ)
— Sharda Sinha
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Pahile Pahil Chhathi Maiya (पहिले पहिल छठी मईया)
— Sharda Sinha
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Oh Re Ghungroo Ka Bole (हो रे घुँघरू का बोले)
— Lata Mangeshkar
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Ram Ka Naam Badnam Na Karo (राम का नाम बदनाम ना करो)
— Kishore Kumar
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Kanchi Re Kanchi Re (कांची रे कांची रे)
— Kishore Kumar
Sharda Sinha Songs Lyrics
Sharda Sinha was a legendary Indian folk and classical singer, widely known as Bihar Kokila (Nightingale of Bihar). She was particularly famous for her soulful Bhojpuri and Maithili folk songs, especially Chhath Puja songs, wedding songs, and traditional devotional music. Her melodious voice played an important role in preserving and popularising the folk culture of Bihar. She also gained recognition as a Bollywood playback singer through films such as Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, and Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 2.
About Sharda Sinha
Sharda Sinha was born on 1 October 1952 in Hulas village, Supaul district, Bihar, India. From an early age, she developed a deep interest in music and received training in Indian classical music under renowned music teachers. She earned a master's degree in Indian classical vocal music and a Ph.D. in music.
She began her musical journey with traditional Maithili folk songs and later became one of the most celebrated voices of Bhojpuri, Maithili, Magahi, and other regional folk music. She became especially popular for her Chhath Puja songs, including “Pahile Pahil Chhathi Maiya,” “Kelwa Ke Paat Par,” “Ho Dinanath,” and “Hey Chhathi Maiya.” Sharda Sinha also made a significant contribution to Hindi cinema. Her memorable playback songs included “Kahe Toh Se Sajna” from Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), “Babul” from Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994), and “Taar Bijli” from Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 2 (2012). In recognition of her outstanding contribution to Indian music, she received the Padma Shri in 1991, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2000, and the Padma Bhushan in 2018. She was posthumously honoured with the Padma Vibhushan in 2025. Sharda Sinha passed away on 5 November 2024 in New Delhi at the age of 72. Her songs continue to be an essential part of Chhath Puja celebrations and Bihar's cultural heritage.Personal Details
- Full Name: Sharda Sinha
- Profession: Singer, Folk Singer, Classical Singer
- Popular Name: Bihar Kokila
- Date of Birth: 1 October 1952
- Birthplace: Hulas village, Supaul, Bihar, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Languages: Bhojpuri, Maithili, Magahi, Hindi and other regional languages
- Date of Death: 5 November 2024
- Place of Death: New Delhi, India
- Years Active: 1980–2024
Awards and Honours
- Padma Shri: 1991
- Sangeet Natak Akademi Award: 2000
- Padma Bhushan: 2018
- Padma Vibhushan: 2025 (Posthumously)
Popular Songs
- Kahe Toh Se Sajna – Maine Pyar Kiya (1989)
- Babul – Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!
- Taar Bijli – Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 2 (2012)
- Pahile Pahil Chhathi Maiya
- Kelwa Ke Paat Par
- Ho Dinanath
- Hey Chhathi Maiya
- Jagdamba Ghar Mein Diyara