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Chords, Key & Strumming Pattern

Chords Used

D A Em G Gm

Strumming Pattern

D DU UDU

Use the D DU UDU strum to give this Konkani folk song its warm, flowing character. The Gm chord (a barre chord) provides a distinctive minor colour against the major key — practise that transition from G to Gm carefully as it appears at an emotional point in the melody.

About This Song

Mogan Assnk Borem (meaning 'To Love Is Good') is a beloved Konkani/Goan folk song, part of the rich musical tradition of Goa, India. Sung at weddings, celebrations and family gatherings, it captures the warmth and joy of Goan culture. This arrangement includes full chord-over-lyric notation across all four verses, making it ideal for Konkani-speaking learners who want to sing and play at the same time.

Song Arrangement — Chord Chart

Verse 1

D
Mogan assnk borem,
              A
jivit sukhi khorem,
                  Em
Xitollkaiechem varem,
A          D     G D
Kalzant asta purem,
D
Borea mogacho fou,
               G
amkam ditolo deu,
Gm  G   D
Fulam zatat mou,
      A           D    G D
podon mollbailo dou

Verse 2

D
Nodor amcher podon,
                A
sukhnim gelim uddon,
                  Em
Nistem poita buddon,
A            D      G D
nirmon ailem ghodon,
D
Udkache marun lhar,
                   A
ugodlem mogachem dhar,
                   Em
Mogacho goleant har,
A            D       G D
pois kor chintnacho bhar

Verse 3

D
Fulam soboita bhag,
                 A
mogan nivoita rag,
                  Em
Mogacho kalzak dhag,
A            D      G D
tosoch uronk tho mag

Verse 4

D
Mogan budlam kalliz,
                  A
lagon dolleamchem viz,
                 Em
Mog tuzo kela niz,
A            D     G D
zalear puro feliz

Frequently Asked Questions

What language is Mogan Assnk Borem in?

Mogan Assnk Borem is in Konkani, the official language of Goa, India.

What chords are in Mogan Assnk Borem?

The song uses 5 chords: D, A, Em, G, and Gm — in the key of D major.

Is Mogan Assnk Borem suitable for beginners?

Yes — four of the five chords are open chords. The only challenge is the Gm barre chord, which beginners can substitute with a G until they master it.

What does Mogan Assnk Borem mean?

Mogan Assnk Borem means 'To Love Is Good' in Konkani.

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