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Krithi: Sri Krishnam bhaja manasa
Ragam: Thodi
Thalam: Adi
Composer: Muthuswami Dikshidar

Vocal : M L Vasanthakumari

M. L. Vasanthakumari (Madras Lalithangi Vasanthakumari), born on 3 July 1928 in Madras, was one of the most celebrated Carnatic vocalists of the 20th century and a leading figure of the “female trinity” alongside M. S. Subbulakshmi and D. K. Pattammal. Born into a musical family to Kuthanur Ayya Swamy Iyer and Lalithangi ( both musicians) she was exposed early to classical traditions, especially the Purandaradasa kritis her mother performed and taught. Trained by the legendary G. N. Balasubramaniam, she developed a distinctive style known for its clarity, creativity, mastery of complex ragas, and brilliant improvisation. She popularised many rare ragas and helped bring Haridasa compositions, particularly the Devaranamas of Purandara Dasa, into the mainstream concert stage, much like T. Brinda’s contribution to Kshetrayya Padams and M. S. Subbulakshmi’s popularisation of Annamacharya kritis. Alongside her classical career, she was also a successful playback singer in South Indian films. Among her many disciples were Sudha Raghunathan and Charumathi Ramachandran, who carried forward her musical legacy. Vasanthakumari received numerous honours, including the Padma Bhushan, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, and the prestigious title of Sangeetha Kalanidhi. Married to R. Krishnamurthy and mother to the noted actress Srividya, she remained dedicated to music until her passing on 31 October 1990, leaving behind a profound and enduring impact on the world of Carnatic music.

Violin: Tiruvallur Subramanian
Mridangam: Tanjore Krishanamurthy Rao
Ghadam: T K Vaidhyanathan
Ganjira : H P Ramachar

This krithi is a devotional composition in praise of Lord Krishna. The composer urges the mind to always worship Krishna, the child Gopala who protects devotees. He is described as the remover of sorrow, fear, and ignorance, and as the one who grants liberation from worldly bondage. The krithi ends by praising Him as the reclining Lord of Guruvayur and the supreme ruler of the universe, with lotus-like eyes.

Pallavi
Sri krishnam bhaja manasa sathatham shrithajana paripalam gopalam balam

Anupallavi
Pakashasanadi vinuta charanam shoka moha bhaya haranam bhava tharanam

Charanam
Shanka chakra gada padma vanamalam venugana lolam kripalavalam
kankana keyura makuta manditha kamaniya kanakamaya chelam
pankajasanadi devamahitam sri guruguha vihitham rama sahitham
pankajadala nayanam vata shayanam guru pavanapuradhisham lokesham

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Meaning:

Oh mind, sing the glory of Sri Krishna always heartily. He is Gopala the protector of devotees.

Devendra and other Devatas worship his feet. He dispels sorrow, fear and fascination. He is bestower of salvation.

He wields conch, discus and mace. He is adorned with Tulasi and flower garlands. Venugopala is merciful. He wears brace-lets, shoulder ornaments and crown. His golden yellow garment is beautiful. Lotus-seated Brahma and other Devatas praise his glory. Sri Guru Guha worships him. Lakshmi is his consort. His eyes are beautiful like lotus petals. He reclines serenely on banyan leaf. He is the presiding Lord at Guruvayuru. He is the Lord of the universe.
( Meaning courtesy: Damodara Rao Dasu)

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