Manwaa Naahi Laage

Manwaa Naahi Laage is a khayal-based composition performed by Hindustani classical vocalist Sanjeev Abhyankar. The track appears as the fifth entry on his studio album Jiyaraa, released on 2010 under the Times Music label. The album was issued in CD format, catering to audiences of Indian classical music.

The recording spans 9 minutes and 20 seconds, showcasing Abhyankar’s interpretation of the raga structure. The composition adheres to traditional khayal conventions, with elaborate alaap, bol-banao, and taan sequences. Instrumental accompaniment includes the tanpura for drone support and the tabla for rhythmic cycles, though specific contributing artists for these roles remain undocumented in available sources.

Jiyaraa marks one of Abhyankar’s commercial releases in the 2010s, following his establishment as a disciple of the Mewati gharana under Pandit Jasraj. The album’s repertoire emphasizes semi-classical and light-classical pieces alongside traditional khayal, though Manwaa Naahi Laage retains a classical framework. The track’s lyrical content draws from poetic themes of longing and emotional restlessness, a common motif in Hindustani vocal music.

No public records confirm live performance adaptations of this specific recording. The album’s production credits, including composers, lyricists, or arrangers beyond Abhyankar’s vocal contribution, are not explicitly detailed in the release metadata. Times Music distributed the CD through retail and digital channels, though later streaming availability varies by platform.