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Deusi Bhailo Lyrics Collection

देउसी भैलो गीत संग्रह

Searchable Deusi Bhailo lyrics in Nepali.

Searchable collection of 20 original Deusi and Bhailo verses for Tihar — browse, search by theme, and copy a verse to sing.

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About the Deusi–Bhailo lyrics collection

Deusi and Bhailo are the door-to-door songs of Tihar, Nepal's festival of lights. Groups of young men sing Deusi and groups of young women sing Bhailo as they visit neighbours on the nights of Laxmi Puja and Bhai Tika, praising the household, blessing it with prosperity and collecting gifts of sel roti, sweets and small change. This collection gathers 20 original verses — 10 Deusi and 10 Bhailo — written for this site in the traditional call-and-response style.

How the verses are written

Every verse here is an original composition, not a transcription of any known or recorded song. They are meant to be sung in the familiar way: one caller leads a line and the group answers with the refrain. Feel free to change the words to suit your own neighbourhood, your hosts and the group you are singing with — that is exactly how Deusi and Bhailo live on.

Singing responsibly

Deusi and Bhailo are about goodwill, not pressure. Keep the group small and respectful, greet before you sing, accept whatever is offered with thanks, and move on politely if a household prefers not to join in. The money collected is often pooled for community work or a shared feast. Use the search box to find a verse by theme, or the Deusi and Bhailo buttons to browse each type.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Deusi and Bhailo?
Deusi is sung by groups of men and Bhailo by groups of young women. Both are door-to-door songs performed during Tihar, on the nights of Laxmi Puja and Bhai Tika.
Are these the traditional Deusi and Bhailo songs?
No. Every verse here is an original composition written for this site in the traditional style, not a transcription of any known recording. You are free to adapt the words while you sing.
When is it sung?
Deusi and Bhailo are sung on the evenings of Tihar — particularly Laxmi Puja and the days around it. In 2083 BS, Tihar runs from 7 to 11 November 2026.
What is collected during Deusi and Bhailo?
Households traditionally offer sel roti, sweets and money. Groups often pool the collection for a shared feast or community work.
Can I copy the verses?
Yes. Tap “Copy verse” on any card to copy the title and lines. The verses are original to this site and free to use and adapt.

Sources & further reading

  1. Nepal Panchanga Nirnayak Samiti (NPNS) — Tihar datesnpns.gov.np