Introduction

In this video lesson J.J. Pattishall teaches how to play the song Piya Aaye Na as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Rhythm, Song Arrangement, Song Demo and Solo Lesson. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Welcome to the guitar lesson on what is a fun experimental track collaborated upon by Pritam and Shah Rukh Khan, Safar from the movie Jab Harry Met Sejal, a modern Indian interpretation of the 1989 Hollywood film When Harry Met Sally. The song has received over 15 million views on YouTube since its release in 2017.

The song is about life as a journey, which is the underlying theme of the movie. Specifically, the narrative around the circle of life, returning to the place one started from after a long journey, i.e. Safar. The lyrical motif of the song is “I don’t belong here or there, I belong to the journey”.

Safar Guitar Lesson

Safar guitar lesson is taught by our beloved expert, Mike Walker, who explains all the different sections of the song in a section-by-section manner, starting from the intro that talks about the chords and different voicings of those chords, through the overdubs and the guitar solo section, to the final section that talks about improvisation on the track.

The song is mostly in the key of C major, but by the genius of Pritam, one of the most prominent music directors of the Bollywood music industry, the song also goes to the G major. The D major and the F major chords, which straddle the two keys, create a unique sound for the song.

The song intro has a swinging rhythm pattern and follows minor 7th and suspended chords, underlying the uncertain, ambiguous and suspenseful nature of the journey of life. The guitar solo is based on the A minor pentatonic scale and features string bending and controlled vibrato techniques, which are very good for practicing those techniques for a beginner.

The acoustic and electric overdubbed motifs play between the verses and chorus, again using techniques like palm-muted picking that the tutor refers to as ‘percolated’ effect on the electric guitar and a major 7th arpeggio on the acoustic guitar.

In the section on improvisation, the tutor demonstrates some of the advanced techniques like pinch harmonics and a whammy bar dive and legato runs. These techniques played over the A minor pentatonic scale up and down the neck make it sound like a classic rock guitar solo.

FAQs

Q. Is Safar suitable for beginners?

The chords themselves are basic, but the song's phrasing and dynamic control may require practice. Beginners can start by learning the chord changes and then focus on the strumming pattern.

Q. What are the main chords used in Safar?

The primary chords are Am7, Fsus2, Dmaj9, with occasional transitions to an F# major in the first section of the song; the latter part of the song features the standard F, C, G and D major chords.

Q. What is the strumming pattern for the song?

The strumming follows a gentle, flowing 4/4 rhythm, down, down-up, up-down-up sequence. Fingerpicking can also be used for the intro and verses to make it feel melodic.

Welcome to the guitar lesson on a song that’s soaked in melancholy and speaks the language of heartbreak Daayre by Arijit Singh from the 2015 Bollywood film Dilwale. Composed by Pritam and written by Amitabh Bhattacharya, the song is a soft yet powerful ballad about emotional distance and the invisible walls that form between people who once loved each other. Sung by Arijit, the song captures that space between not being able to move on and not being able to go back. Its name, Daayre, which translates to “boundaries,” ties directly into the lyrical theme, the quiet pain of love that is still alive, but kept apart by the weight of the past.

In the film, the track underscores the emotional tension between the lead characters played by Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, as they wrestle with their history and try to make sense of what remains. The lyrics, like “Na marna munasib, jiya bhi na jaaye re”, lay bare the helplessness of wanting something that feels just out of reach.

Daayre – Guitar Lesson

The lesson on Daayre is taught by our expert Mike Walker. The song is in the key of G major, and while it doesn’t rely on complex structures, it uses a set of chords that give the track its soft, moody texture. You’ll be playing chords like G, Dmaj7, D6, D/F#, Em, A, C, and Bm7. Some of these might look unfamiliar at first glance, like Dmaj7 or D6, but Mike explains them in a way that makes them easy to understand. For instance, Dmaj7 is just a D major chord with the 7th scale note added, which adds a dreamy, floating feeling to the progression.

One thing that stands out in Daayre is its smooth voice leading. A good example is the shift from D to D/F#, where only the bass note changes. Mike shows how small changes in your hand positioning can help you glide through these transitions without breaking the flow of the song.

The rhythm pattern used is gentle and steady for a ballad. Mike encourages focusing on dynamics, playing softer or louder depending on the emotional highs and lows of each section. He also shares tips on how to highlight certain beats to bring out the melody hidden in the chords. The lesson wraps up with a full playthrough, and by that point, you’ll be able to join in comfortably, playing along with the emotions just as much as the notes.

FAQs

Q. What level of guitarist is Daayre suitable for?

Daayre works well for late beginner to intermediate players. If you’ve got a grip on basic open chords and can handle a few extended voicings like Dmaj7 or Bm7, you’ll enjoy this lesson.

Q. Do I need a capo for this version?

No capo is required for this lesson. It’s played in standard tuning using open and barre chords.

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Introduction:

Te Amo is a song which is full of emotion making it a perfect song to play acoustic guitar. As a result, when you play this song it helps you connect with the mood of love, longing and vulnerability. 

Fun Fact: Te Amo was the first love song which has the blend of Spanish and Hindi language in lyrics. 

Strumming Pattern 

The song is pretty laid back, so the strumming pattern for the reprised version is as follows: D - D U - U D U. 

• D = Down Strum.
• U = Up Strum.  

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction is from Steve Luciano, and in this part of the guitar lesson, you will get to know how to play the song exactly like the reprise version and what it takes to keep the tone perfectly matching that of the original reprise version. 

Intro Piece: In this part you will learn how to play the intro part of the song which is pretty guitar heavy. 

Verse 1, Chorus 1, & Intro 2: On this chapter of guitar lesson you will be finding out how to play the harmony of the song. The verse in the song comes three times in total and when a verse comes chords usually change. 

Verse 2 and Chorus 2: Here Steve will show you the chords you need to play for the 2nd verse and 2nd chorus of the song. 

Interlude, Verse 3, and Chorus 3: In this section, you will learn the small piece of music that plays in between the 2nd verse and 3rd verse. Also, you will learn the chords for the 3rd chorus of the song. 

Conclusion and Backing Track: This is the last section of the guitar lesson and here, Steve is going to play the entire guitar part of the song with the backing track. 

Why Te Amo Reprise From Dum Maro Dum On Guitar?

This song uses beginner-friendly chords, which allows musicians to feel the song rather than focus on speed or complexity. The song is a bit slower and is considered to be an emotional track that teaches you timing, dynamics, and soft playing. 

FAQs-Te Amo Reprise song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What does Te Amo mean in the song? 

Ans. Te Amo translated to I Love You in Spanish, the song was sung by Pritam, Sunidhi Chauhan and Ash King. 

Q2. What is the theme of the movie Dum Maro Dum?

Ans. The movie revolves around drug trafficking, corruption which could be found in law enforcement and finally the movie was about lost innocence and redemption. 

Q3. What is the difference between the original and the reprise version of the song? 

Ans. The original song had Ash King and Sunidhi Chauhan as the lead singers, also, the song had a much better upbeat to it along with a romantic-pop feel. On the other hand, the reprise version of the song is often slower, softer and more emotional, the reprise version was used in more intimate scenes that were present in the movie. 

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Iktara (Original) as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Song Arrangement, Solo 1, Solo 2 and Song Demo. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

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In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Meethi Boliyan as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Song Arrangement, Song Demo, Intro Solo and Overdubs and Electric Overdubs. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Pashmina – Introduction

Welcome to the guitar lesson on one of the most delicately composed love songs in Hindi cinema — Pashmina by Amit Trivedi, from the 2016 film Fitoor. The song is a soft, poetic track that floats between romance and melancholy, wrapped in layers of orchestration and Amit Trivedi's unique singing style. The film itself was an adaptation of Charles Dickens' Great Expectations, and Pashmina works as a musical expression of the complex emotions in the story.

The word Pashmina refers to an extremely fine wool from Kashmir, and in the song, it becomes a metaphor for love — soft, rich, intricate, and fragile. The lyrics, written by Swanand Kirkire, are as layered as the melody, bringing out that sense of a love that can’t be held too tightly, or it will slip away. The song has been compared by some to western tracks like California by Phantom Planet, but Pashmina stands on its own because of the way it mixes classical Indian textures with modern songwriting.

Pashmina – Guitar Lesson

This is an easy acoustic version of Pashmina, taught by Mike Walker, with the goal of helping beginner players fall in love with the guitar just as much as they love the song. The version is played with a capo on the 5th fret, which raises the pitch to match the original recording, while keeping the chord shapes extremely simple and familiar.

The chords used are Am, D, Em, F, C, and G — all open chords, which means if you know your basics, you’ll be able to play this version comfortably. Mike goes over every chord change and voicing with clear instructions, making this lesson feel very hands-on.

The progression flows in a way that lets the emotional content of the song shine through. The use of Am and Em, both minor chords, gives the song a slightly wistful tone, while G and C open up the resolution at the right moments.

The chord changes follow the original mood of the track, but are simplified to make it more accessible. Even the F chord, which can be tricky for beginners, is demonstrated with alternate fingerings and techniques so that anyone can play it with enough practice.

The strumming pattern is relaxed and meant to match the fluid movement of the melody. There’s no pressure to play it fast — in fact, slowing it down helps bring out the beauty of the song. Mike also talks about how to let your fingers move smoothly between chords and how to make the transitions sound clean without breaking the rhythm. You’ll also learn how to use dynamics — like playing softer or louder — to really bring out the emotion in different sections of the song.

FAQs

Q. Is this lesson suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes, this version is made especially for beginners. If you know your basic open chords and can change between them slowly, you’ll be able to follow along easily.

Q. What tuning is used in this version of Pashmina?

This song is played in standard tuning with a capo on the 5th fret to match the original key.

Zinda Hoon Yaar is a refreshing song from the movie Lootera; when talking about the musical prowess of this song, we have to mention how it embodies the raw and melancholic soul of the film. The composition is from Amit Trivedi, who made sure that the song is emotionally potent even though it uses minimal instrumentation, thus making it a great song to learn on guitar. 

The song Zinda Hoon Yaar guitar lesson makes you focus on not just technical proficiency but also trains you on musical sensitivity and dynamics. As you practice this song, you will find out that it’s a song that truly shines in its ability to teach you timing, control and expressive playing. 

With its moderate tempo and spacious vocal delivery, it encourages you to be precise and gentle with the strumming patterns or with your fingerpicking, depending on your style of play. Furthermore, it’s an excellent song to experiment with dynamics because the verse calls are quite soft and require delicate guitar playing. 

At the same time, the chorus section has a slight build-up to it, which teaches you how to control your volume and intensity effectively as the song proceeds; it’s a crucial guitar technique that is often overlooked by instructors when they are teaching beginners. 

Why Learn Zinda Hoon Yaar Song On Guitar?

If you are thinking about growing as a well-rounded guitarist, then Zinda Hoon Yaar is the kind of song that quietly shapes your guitar techniques. In truth, it doesn’t have any flashy riffs or hold complex solos for you to learn, but it is like a stepping stone in your guitar journey that teaches you more valuable lessons like how to play a song on guitar with control and add emotional depth in your play. 

It’s a song that is perfect for mastering emotional expression; even though it’s the basic tone of the song is a bit melancholic, still, as you reach its end, it pushes hopefulness, which is a lesson you have to learn as a musician, this is one of the rare songs that push you to make your sound feel to the audience and not just heard. 

To play this song on guitar, you have to slow down your strumming and pay attention to the timing; this helps you develop consistent play, which is crucial for clean and polished chord playing. 

The chord progression here is beginner-friendly, but at the same time, it demands learners to understand how to let the song breathe and carry its emotions, which makes it a rewarding challenge even for intermediate guitar players. After completing this guitar lesson, you will be able to use a guitar as your extension to reciprocate emotions. 

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