The Impact of Teej Songs/Music on Emotional Upliftment and Social Upliftment: A Cross-sectional Study

Introduction Music, as a universal language, evokes emotional and social responses that foster joy and bonding. Despite this, the impact of Teej songs on the emotional and social upliftment of Hindu women in Nepal is underexplored. This study investigates how Teej songs influence these aspects among women. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed with convenience sampling to gather data through an online survey of 427 females. Ethical approval was obtained from IRC-YHSA. The semi-structured questionnaire collected sociodemographic information, social media usage, song preferences, and included 5 items on emotional upliftment and 9 items on social upliftment. Descriptive and Chi-square tests were performed using SPSS. Results Chi-square tests indicate that Teej music significantly enhances emotional upliftment (χ² = 9.61, p = 0.037) and social connectivity (χ² = 6.68, p = 0.035). The data show a strong preference for both traditional and modern Teej songs, which play a key role in increasing social awareness. The predominant use of digital platforms like YouTube highlights changing music consumption trends. Conclusion The study confirms that Teej songs substantially boost emotional and social well-being. Both traditional and modern Teej music effectively promote emotional upliftment and social connectivity. The high engagement with digital media underscores the need to blend cultural traditions with modern technology. Teej music remains an essential cultural asset, enhancing community bonding and personal upliftment. Ongoing promotion and research are crucial for maximizing its impact on social cohesion and emotional health.