It comes as no surprise that Bengalis are extremely sentimental about their heritage and culture, especially music. Rabindra Sangeet, Bangla adhunik gaan, Bengali film music, folk songs, and Bangla rock—no matter what the genre, there is a sense of immense pride in the way music traces Bengali cultural influences. Many brands have now curated clothing which lets you wear your music on a t-shirt making for a great conversation starter.
1. Rabindranath Tagore’s Purano Shei Diner Kotha, Bong Swag
This classic needs no introduction for it’s a song that all Bengalis learn of very early in their life. With an inspiration from Scottish folk song, Auld Lang Syne, Purano Shei Diner Kotha is a Rabindra Sangeet that is nostalgic and makes for a great quote on a t-shirt.
Price: ₹499
Buy now: https://bongswag.com/product/purano-sei-diner-kotha/
2. Anupam Roy’s Bondhu Chol, T-shirt by We R Bangali
With lyrics like an ode to childhood, Bondhu Chol by Anupam Roy is from the film, Open Tee Bioscope. Like most Anupam Roy songs, the melody is simple with the lyric as the star of the show. This is captured beautifully by this t-shirt which emphasises few of the words in red making sure that anyone passing by will be able to read the typography.
Price: ₹500
Buy now: https://shop.werbangali.com/product/bondhu-chol
3. Moheener Ghoraguli’s Abar Bochor Kuri Pore, T-shirt by The Bong Collections
Being the first bengali rock band, Moheener Ghoraguli’s songs have been loved for decades, but what the album Abar Bochor Kuri Pore is also remembered for is the seahorse which became synonymous with the band. The image of this seahorse still remains an iconic symbol for the band making it the perfect choice of a t-shirt print.
Price: ₹499
Buy now: https://thebongcollections.in/product/abar-bochor-kuri-pore/
4. Lagnajita Chakraborty’s Preme Pora Baron, T-shirt by Coup
Released in 2019, this unusual love song has quickly become one that you find yourself humming throughout the day once you listen to it. The usual tonal quality of Lagnajita Chakraborty makes this song easily recognisable and a crowd-pleaser. This t-shirt reimagines the lyrics of the song visually making it a quirky buy.
Price: ₹699
Buy now: https://www.thecoup.in/product/coup-regular-fit-preme-pora-baron-t-shirt/
5. Tomay Hrid Majhare Rakhbo, T-shirt by Teegully
Think of the sound of the ektara and the tune of Tomay Hrid Majhare Rakhbo, and you will be instantly transported to Bolpur. This age-old folk song is one that we have all heard at the Haat on our weekend getaways to Shantiniketan which makes this t-shirt reminiscent of this great Baul song.
Price: ₹699
Buy now: http://www.teegully.com/baul-t-shirt-2
6. Shilajit Majumdar’s Ja Pakhi Urte Dilam Toke, T-shirt by Rockbuzz
From the iconic album X=Prem by Shilajit Majumdar, this song has been a favourite of many for it’s catchy melody and witty lyrics. This t-shirt’s illustration of a bird escaping a cage captures the theme of the song and colour scheme makes it a great staple to have in your closet.
Price: ₹599
Buy now: https://www.rockbuzz.co.in/collections/new-featured/products/ja-prem-urte-dilam-toke
7. Chandrabindu’s Bhindeshi Tara, T-shirt by Teeguruji
Much like many of Chandrabindoo’s songs, Bhindeshi Tara too has simple acoustics along with lyrics that are conversational and free-flowing. This t-shirt uses one of the most heartfelt lyrics of the song that will strike a chord with anyone wearing, and reading, the t-shirt.
Price: ₹599
Buy now: https://teeguruji.com/products/please-ghum-hoya-jao-teeguruji-bengali-tshirt
8. Ei Poth Jodi Na Shesh Hoye, T-shirt by Hjbrl
A long bike ride in the countryside with Uttam-Suchitra singing Ei Poth Jodi Na Shesh Hoye is forever etched in all of our memories. Just as the video of the song is iconic, the playful lyrics of the song is what creates a nostalgic ripple in our minds. While the t-shirt is simple, the addition of these lyrics to it makes it the perfect t-shirt to get for yourself.
Price: ₹599–₹649
Buy now: https://www.hjbrl.com/product/ei-poth-jodi-na-sesh-hoy-mens-round-neck-bengali-t-shirt/
9. Anupam Roy’s Amake Amar Moton Thakte Dao, T-shirt by Bohurupi
This song is the first gem from Anupam Roy’s discography which made him a much loved musician. His unique lyrics might remind one of a poem in free verse which is what makes this simple t-shirt worth buying. With simple typography and illustrations, this t-shirt lets the lyrics shine spotlighting this relatable song lyric.
Price: ₹449
Buy now: https://bohurupi.in/amake-amar-moto-thakte-dao-t-shirt/
10. Anjan Dutta’s Bela Bose, T-shirt by Bongo Rongo
This t-shirt needs no introduction because who does not know of the number 2441139? Created by Anjan Dutta, this song remains an iconic love song that everyone knows the lyrics to. The illustration of a telephone on this t-shirt just makes it that much better.
Price: ₹299–₹449
Buy now: https://bongorongo.in/product/eta-ki-244-1139-white-cotton-tshirt-male/