[Verse] Kites up high in the blue sky Children laughing running by Old tales of gods and battles won Families gather hearts as one [Verse 2] Swing sets in the village square Colorful lights fill the air Songs of joys and drums of cheer Bringing love to ones held dear [Chorus] Sing and dance it's Dashain time Tika red and faces shine Joyful cries of Tihar bells In our hearts the feeling dwells [Bridge] Crowded streets with sweets and lights Brothers sisters all make nights Rangoli bright colors spread Festivals where bonds are fed [Verse 3] Auspicious signs in every door Blessings given more and more Lanterns lit to guide the way Echoes of the ancients say [Chorus] Sing and dance it's Dashain time Tika red and faces shine Joyful cries of Tihar bells In our hearts the feeling dwells