Narayan Gopal and his criminal songs "WIKIPEDIA Source"

Narayan Gopal(Nepali: नारायण गोपाल गुरुवाचार्य) is by far the most prominent and popular singer in Nepali music history. He is popular as Swor Samrat (Nepali: स्वर सम्राट, meaning: Emperor of Voice) in Nepali music. He is well known as a singer but was also an accomplished composer. His voice range allowed him to sing songs of every genre of Nepali music. His songs are often richly orchestrated with the sitar, harmonium and flute.

Personal Life

Narayan Gopal was born to a Newar family in Kathmandu. His father was a classical musician and wanted his son to follow his footsteps. Narayan Gopal was interested in music from an early age but not exactly into classical field. He studied music in India.
The late Gopal Yonjon and Narayan Gopal were good friends and "mits".(It's a nepali custom where good friends enter into a kind of a lasting friendship. This is generally seen as strengthening the friendship bond.) Narayan Gopal has sung many beautiful and soulful songs composed by Gopal Yonjon.
Narayan Gopal married his long time fan from Darjeeling, Pemala Lama. They do not have any children.

Some of his most popular songs

"Kehi Mitho Baata Gara", "Yo Mutu Lai","Yo Samjhine Man Cha"(This Heart remembers) and "Saawan ko jhari bani"(Like the Autumn Rain), "Manche ko Maya"(Love of person).
Narayan Gopal has been accorded with title "Swar Samrat" (literally, Emperor of Voice) which affirms his position as the supreme virtuoso of Nepali music. The cassettes and CDs of his music still make significant sales and still some songs are the main attraction of many radio programs in Nepal.

His musical journey

During his career, Narayan Gopal rendered his voice to over 550 compositions including modern songs, ballets, dance dramas, movies and patriotic songs. These songs have contributed in enriching the store of Nepali Music and popularizing Nepali music even beyond political frontiers. Most of his songs are melodies. It is said that he was very selective about the songs he sang. Although 550 songs is not a lot for some of his caliber, they are outstanding in some ways—be it the lyrical depth or superb rendition. He had given his best to each and every song. They touch the sentiments of every heart and stir the emotions.

Awards and recognitions

The late Narayan Gopal is regarded as the most popular in the entire domain of modern Nepali music. Narayan Gopal, who has enchanted millions of listeners by his immortal melodies has been awarded several national honors among which, Indra Rajya Laxmi Award, Chhinalata Award for vocals, Jagadamba Shree, Trishakti Patta third (awarded post humously) Urvashi Rang and several other honors and decorations bear testimony to his widespread popularity and the eminence he has achieved as a favorite singer of millions.