How to play: Jati Maya Laye Pani by Arun Thapa is a simple Nepali classic that can be played with just three chords: E, D, and A. The chord version is listed as Absolute Beginner and uses no capo. For ukulele, use standard GCEA tuning.
[Chorus] E E Jati maya laye pani, jati kasam khaye pani E D nisthurile bato lagda aakha tari gaye pachi E D mannma pira ta parne nai bhayo A E yo mann tesai marne nai bhayo ho aaha ha [Verse 1] E sacho preeti layekai thiyein, chokho joban diyekai thiyein D E D E bujhne le kura nabujhe pachi, mann ma kura naliye pachi E mannma pira ta parne nai bhayo A E yo mann tesai marne nai bhayo ho aaha ha [Verse 2] E dukha timro sabai liyee, sukha dinchu bhanekai thiyein D E D E bujhne le kura nabujhe pachi, mann ma kura naliye pachi E mannma pira ta parne nai bhayo A E yo mann tesai marne nai bhayo aaha ha [Chorus] E E Jati maya laye pani, jati kasam khaye pani E D nisthurile bato lagda aakha tari gaye pachi E D mannma pira ta parne nai bhayo A E yo mann tesai marne nai bhayo ho aaha ha
Chords Used
- E — E major
- D — D major
- A — A major
Strumming Pattern
The original chord listing gives a simple count of: 1 2 &
For a beginner-friendly approach, start with steady down-strums and gradually add the "&" up-strums as you become comfortable.
Practice Tips
- There are only three chords in this version: E, D, and A.
- Practise the E → D transition first because it occurs frequently.
- The A → E change appears at the end of the main lyrical phrase, so practise this transition until it feels natural.
- Keep the rhythm steady rather than playing too quickly. This song works well with a gentle, relaxed strumming style.
- For the verses, let the vocal melody lead and keep the ukulele accompaniment soft.
- No capo is required for the chords as written.
- Use Beginner mode above to display the chord diagrams inline.