Trivia: Don’t Worry Be Happy
“Don’t Worry Be Happy” is a timeless Konkani song that carries a simple yet powerful message—stay positive no matter what life brings. Sung by the late Antonette Mendes, the song has remained close to people’s hearts for many years. It was recorded in 1990 by Neves Oliveira for the album Maim Ti Maim, with music composed by the legendary Chris Perry.
One interesting fact is how the song talks about everyday problems like family issues, relationships, and life struggles, yet keeps repeating the cheerful line “Don’t worry, be happy.” This contrast makes the song both meaningful and uplifting.
The album itself was extremely popular at the time and was played in almost every Goan home, showing how deeply people connected with it. Even today, the song brings nostalgia and reminds listeners of a golden era of Konkani music, making it a true classic.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Song | Don’t Worry Be Happy |
| Released Date | 1990 |
| Singer | Antonette Mendes |
| Lyrics | Neves Oliveira |
| Music | Chris Perry |
Konkani Song Don’t Worry Be Happy Lyrics
Ghorkar tuzo soro pieta
Soro pion tuka tras dita
Dont worry, be Happy
Deva lagim mag Rita, goddie tho boro zanv ieta
Dont Worry, be Happy.
Bail tuji tuka soddun gelear
Bhurgeank tujea eksurim kelear
Dont worry, be Happy
Zoxi aplea paianim gelea, teach paiani ieteli faleam
Dont worry, be Happy.
Cheddvan tuka utor dilam
Kuwaitkara thaim kazar zalam
Dont worry, be Happy
Cheddeak duddvank fanta Mila,tum kiteak soro piela
Dont worry be Happy
Mateak tujea mallun fullam
Cheddeak dusrem cheddum meulam
Dont worry, be Happy
Chintinakai visor Bela, kiteak tumven jiv diunk kela
Dont worry, be Happy.
Dothik lagom golloita dukham
Ghovachi maim annem marta tukam
Dont worry, be Happy
Ailam tem soinxe tum roddo naka, Dev tujim pustolo dukham
Dont worry be Happy.
Put tuka golloita dukhan
Baileak aple nanoita sukhan
Dont worry, be Happy,
Put pai zatolo thodeach tempan,meutolem kelelea mapan
Dont worry be Happy
ha ha ha ha ha ha Dont worry
Ha ha ha ha be Happy.
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