Extend your hand to me, I will walk no further on my own.
"Bariye Dao Tomar Haat" (বাড়িয়ে দাও তোমার হাত) is one of the most soul-stirring and iconic tracks in the history of Bengali rock music. Originally performed by the legendary rock band , this song has transcended generations. Its poetic depth, haunting melody, and themes of vulnerability and connection continue to resonate deeply with listeners worldwide.
The "Krishnachura" ( কৃষ্ণচূড়া ), or the flame-of-the-forest tree, is famous in Bengal and eastern India for its brilliant red flowers that bloom in spring and summer. This line uses vivid natural imagery to suggest that the season is right for a fresh start. The road is no longer gray; it's a beautiful, decorated path with the promise of a new beginning.
If you are listening to this song, pay attention to the – the music rises like a plea and falls like a sigh, perfectly mirroring the lyrics. bariye dao tomar haat lyrics english translation
| Bengali (Transliteration) | Literal English | Natural‑English Rendering | |---------------------------|-----------------|---------------------------| | | “Extend/give” | “Stretch out” / “Offer” | | tomar haat | “your hand” | “your hand” | | mone | “in the mind/heart” | “in my heart” | | je | “that” | – | | shunyata | “emptiness” | “emptiness” / “void” | | bhore jabe | “will fill up” | “will be filled” |
যদি বলো তবে আমি, এই জীবনের শেষ প্রান্ত ছুয়ে দিতে পারি।
Extend your hand, O my God / Deity.
Bariye dao tomar haat / বাড়িয়ে দাও তোমার হাত Translation: Stretch out your hand
Tomar haat bariye dao... Hold out your hand... Shopno dekhar jonno... To dream the dream...
In your victory lies my victory, in your decay lies my decay. Extend your hand to me, I will walk no further on my own
Transliteration: Bariye dao tomar haat, mone je shunyata bhore jabe.
The song remains highly popular in West Bengal and Bangladesh, often featured in live concerts and acoustic sessions. You can find various artistic renditions, including a popular acoustic cover by Partha Pratim Ghosh on YouTube. These covers often highlight the song's versatility as both a romantic ballad and a melancholic reflection on companionship.