From ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’ to 'Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki', we've all grown up listening to melodious devotional bhajans of Lord Krishna. The eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, Krishna is one of the major deities in the Hindu pantheon of gods and goddesses. With Krishna Janmashtami falling on Monday, September 3, 2018, devotees will be grandly celebrating the birth of Krishna worldwide. Spiritual songs and Bhajans are an important part of Janmashtami or Gokulashtami celebrations. During the puja ceremony taking place at midnight (Janmashtami 2018 date is September 2-3), people worship Bal Gopal, by singing Krishna aartis notably “Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki” or “Krishna Janam Leela”.

Janmashtami celebrations include night vigil apart from holy fasting. Hence, devotees continuously sing melodious Krishna bhajans to express their joy on the auspicious occasion. And the next day, when Dahi Handi is celebrated, energetic and foot-thumping songs are played. Keeping the traditional pooja ceremony in mind, we present to you a list of Krishna Janmashtami 2018 bhajans with devotional songs to celebrate Kanha’s birth. Janmashtami Songs 2018: Salman Khan's Chaandi Ke Daal Par to Sonakshi Sinha's Go Go Govinda, Check Out Foot-Tapping Dahi Handi Tracks.

Krishna Janmashtami 2018 will be celebrated on September 2 Sunday at midnight and celebrations will be continued till September 3. According to Hindu mythology, Shree Krishna was born on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Shrawana of the Hindu Calendar. He was born to Devaki and Vasudev but was raised by foster parents, Yashoda and Nanda Baba. With sixteen kalas, Krishna is deemed as an ideal personality. There are 108 names of Krishna with most popular ones being Kanha, Kanhaiya, Govinda, Vasudeva, Bal Gopal, Kisna. Let’s watch and listen to some of the spiritual and devotional aartis and bhajans on Krishna Janmashtami 2018. Lord Krishna and His 108 Names from Govinda to Vasudeva, With Meanings to Chant This Janmashtami 2018!

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki by Anuradha Paudwal Aarti

For Krishna aarti on Janmashtami, worshippers usually sing "Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki" at the end of puja ceremony. Now the devotional aarti has been sung by various singers but the rendition by Anuradha Paudwal remains most popular. Indian playback singer Hariharan has also sung this prayer song to please Shri Krishna. In this song, Kunj Bihari is one of the names of Lord Krishna and it means the one who loves to walk in gardens.

Shree Krishna Janam Leela

Born in dark and dingy prison, Shri Krishna had the most eventful birth. The tale of the incarnation of Lord Vishnu remains an interesting mythological story for all every Krishna Janmashtami. This Krishna bhajan, "Shree Krishna Janam Leela" is sung by Mahendra Kapoor and Kavita Paudwal.

Achyutam Keshavam Krishna Damodaram With Lyrics

"Achyutam Keshavam Krishna Damodaram" in soulful voice of Vikram Hazra of Art Of Living will leave you mesmerised. This bhajan is widely popular among Krishna devotees worldwide with its lyrics holding much significance - "Achyutam means I salute you O the Infallible One. Keshavam means I salute you O the killer of demon Keshi. Sai means saint, Damodaram means I salute you O damodara."

O Kanha Ab Toh Murli Ki Madhur Suna Do Taan

"O Kanha Ab Toh Murli Ki Madhur Suna Do Taan" is another sweet song dedicated to Lord Krishna. Now this bhajan has been highly popularised by Star Plus' hit daily soap Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. You can play this devotional song during the celebrations of Janmashtami either at home or in the temples as well.

Govind Bolo Hari Gopal Bolo

Renowned Indian playback singer Suresh Wadkar has lent his voice for this much-love, soul-touching "Govind Bolo Hari Gopal Bolo" bhajan. This song has been part of most of our lives since the childhood days and has had a deep impact on us. By chanting the name of all-attractive, charming and compassionate god, it calms your mind and relieves you of worldly affairs.

These were some of the devotional songs that one could play on Krishna Janmashtami to make the festival even more joyful. One would observe devotees in large numbers joining together to sing and dance on Krishna aartis and bhajans. The atmosphere filled with the chants of 'Radhe Krishna', 'Govinda Govinda' and 'Hare Krishna' is probably the best thing to witness during the lavish celebrations. Wishing all of you a very happy Krishna Janmashtami 2018!

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