Aao na in Haider is an ode to the Grave-diggers of Shakespearean plays. The song written by Gulzar in its pure majesty talks about life & death and the grave that separates the two. The rock version of the song by Vishal Dadlani is just magic. Movie: Haider Lyrics: Gulzar Music: Vishal Bharadwaj Singers: Vishal … Read more
Kabira is easily one of the finest songs of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. The song written by Amitabh Bhattacharya akin to “Iktaara” from Wake Up Sid, is truly beautiful in the way it conveys images, disdain and detachment. Phrases like ‘tujh ko pukaaray teri parchhaaiyaan’, references to the protagnist as ‘nirmohee’ and memories with ‘chaarpaai’ & ‘purvaai’ is just perfect. A beautiful song which in its simplicity touches the soul.
Meaning of Chaiyya Chaiyya: The Sufi Connection The lyrics of ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’, written by Gulzar, are deeply inspired by the Sufi song ‘Thaiyya Thaiyya’ by the 18th-century poet Bulleh Shah. The word ‘Chaiyya’ refers to a ‘shadow’ or a state of spiritual shade. In the context of the song, it represents walking in the shadow … Read more
Raabta Meaning: Raabta meaning ‘Contact’ is a beautiful song from Agent Vinod, in the context of the song Raabta means ‘unexplained connection’. Written by Amitabh Bhattacharya and composed by Pritam, Raabta is a song whose style falls half way between Sufi and traditional Bollywood, and thats what made me totally fall in love with it.
When Gulzar won the Oscar for Jai Ho (Slumdog Millionaire) he was asked in an interview what he considered his finest work was. He replied that it was Ae Ajnabi from Dil Se. Ae Ajnabi has been my all time favorite song for a years now. When ever I listen to it there is a … Read more