It sounds like you’re referring to a piece based on “Edomcha Thu Naba Gi Wari” — a title that appears to be in Meiteilon (Manipuri).
In Meitei culture, “Wari” means story or tale, and “Edomcha Thu Naba Gi” likely refers to a traditional narrative involving Edomcha (a figure from Meitei folklore or the Numit Kappa tradition, possibly a prince or a deity’s incarnation) and themes of quest, loss, or sacrifice.
Symbolic Meanings
Musically, the song is often celebrated for its classic arrangement. It typically features a blend of traditional Manipuri instrumentation and modern ballad structures. The gentle strumming of guitars, often layered with the soulful resonance of the Pena (a traditional string instrument) or flute, creates an atmosphere of melancholic serenity. Edomcha Thu Naba Gi Wari -
You can find collections and ongoing series of these stories through community-run pages such as Manipuri Story Collection Matamgi Manipuri Wari of a story or look for a different genre of Manipuri literature? nupi mathu nabei wari - Facebook It sounds like you’re referring to a piece
After the burning, the custodians of the story (the Amaibas or traditional priests) went underground. They began to transmit the tale only through coded songs, mime dances, and ritual motifs on cloth. Hence, the story became Naba Gi (of the now) – existing only in the present moment of performance, never fixed on parchment. "Edom" refers to the soul, the heart, or the inner self
