Introduction

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Kyon (Barfi) as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords, Rhythm and Song Arrangement, Song Demo, Conclusion, Kyon (Advanced Version) and Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Welcome to the guitar lesson on the song, which is one of the most played modern romantic songs of India –Dil Diyan Gallan by Atif Aslam from the blockbuster Tiger Zinda Hai. No romance playlist is complete without this song. It has received close to a billion views on YouTube (986 million). 

Written by the illustrious Irshad Kamil and sung by Atif Aslam, this song is about the conversations of the heart, referred to as sweet nothings in English. The song is written in Punjabi, which is a language spoken in the regions near the borders of India and Pakistan. The general plot of the movie also hinges on the relationship between India and Pakistan, hence the choice.

Dil Diyan Gallan Guitar Lesson

The lesson on Dil Diyan Gallan is done by one of our beloved experts, Mike Walker. It is a descriptive lesson that covers all parts of the song and offers a section on improvisation. The tutor meticulously delivers the lesson in a section-by-section manner, where he talks about the underlying theoretical concepts of the song as well as the various musical motifs and short instrumentals played in the song.

The song is in the key of D major and features all the chords in the key apart from the F minor chord, which is substituted by an F major instead, which gives it a harmonic minor vibe. The harmonic minor sound resembles the music of the Middle East or oriental music, which is again the setting of the movie. The song also features an inverted chord, which is an A major chord with C# in the bass.

The improv section is a must-watch. In it, the instructor explains how to solo over the track using the B minor pentatonic scale in different positions and the D major scale with accenting on the B note on the 12th fret, as well as the B harmonic minor, which has a signature Arabian Nights vibe.

Dil Diyaan Gallan lyrics and chords are also available on the tab next to the lesson tab, so that intermediate and advanced players can easily refer to them, sould they need to.

FAQs

Q. Do I need a capo for Dil Diyaan Gallan?

1. No. You do not need a capo for this song, since it is in the key of D major, all the chords are standard open shape chords, which are easier to play in the first position.

Q. What are the chords in Dil Diyaan Gallan? 

1. The song is in the key of D major, so the chords are D, Em, F major instead of F minor, G major. A major and B minor. It also features an A inverted chord, and a D/F# at two points in the song.

This guitar lesson of Dil Dhadakne Do is to help you learn the energetic and groovy tone of the song, which makes it iconic and memorable. It’s a song that follows a funk-pop rhythm in addition to rock undertones. 

In addition to the song, you will also learn tight strumming, upbeat timing, and performance-ready skills, which are essential for both solo and band-style setups. Both Farhan Akhtar and Priyanka Chopra have given their voices, which results in the refreshing indie-pop twist to the song. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: In this intro, you will be introduced to your guitar instructor, Mike Walker, who will show you how to tune up the guitar for this song. 

Song Arrangement: Right here is the structured breakdown of the song; you will learn how the different parts, such as verse, intro, chorus, and bridge of this song, should be played on your electric guitar.This is the most crucial part of the lesson because it allows you to understand the musical journey of this song.

Song Demo: Here, Mike will play the guitar parts with the backing track to help you see how you need to sync up the guitar chords with the vocals and the other instruments; with this song demo, you get to see, hear, and feel the song in action. 

Improvisation: For the improvisation, Mike has taken the route of introducing a bluesy tone in the song. To achieve this sound, he used a B-flat scale. He will first play the song in the given scale and then explain how it affects the overall sound of the song.  

FAQs – Dil Dhadakne Do Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. How does the key of the song Dil Dhadakne Do influence the chord selection?  

Ans. The song is in the key of D major; this particular key gives the entire song a bright and more uplifting tone. It also defines the feel-good progression, which makes the song lively and upbeat. 

Q2. How should I adapt my guitar strumming to learn Dil Dhadakne Do? 

Ans. The song follows a common time stamp of 4/4; to match it, you need to make sure that your strumming follows syncopation, with accented upstrokes and dynamic variations. If you wish, you can also add muted percussive strumming in order to capture the true groove of the original recording.  

Q3) What scales should I be using if I wish to improvise guitar play for this song? 

Ans. You should be sticking to D major to create a melodic improvisation; on the other hand, for simpler soloing, you can go with D major pentatonic, and if you wish to add more depth to the song, you can use D Lydian raise to the 4th during the instrumental breaks or outro of the song. 

Unlike the introspective ballads that used to be quite popular in the 2000s, this particular song, “Mitwa,” travels harmonically and emotionally. As you learn to play this song on guitar, your guitar instructor, Mr. Ehsaan Noorani, shows you how the melody rises in arcs, resolves gently, and then once again pushes ahead.

If we talk about the composition, the song creates a sense of hope, longing, and emotional momentum, which gives the song its unique identity. The song beautifully blends major-key optimism with moments of tension, which come in the form of transitional chords. This balance keeps the listener emotionally engaged without feeling heavy.

The guitar work you will be learning in this lesson shows you how to use the guitar as a narrative instrument. In verses, you have to keep focus more on rhythm and clarity. On the other hand, in the pre-chorus and chorus, you will learn how to play fuller strums and sustained chords.

Ehsaan Noorani teaches you how to use functional harmony with this song. You will also find out how chords naturally want to move and resolve. For guitar students, it is one of the ideal songs to learn a progression that flows rather than remaining still.

Why Learn Mitwa From Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna Song On Guitar?

As an educational piece, Mitwa helps you develop musical stamina. In all honesty, it’s a long song, and with each verse it evolves to become more grand. As a result, it feels like running a marathon as you practice this on guitar.

Likewise, it introduces you to the section-based dynamics and builds your confidence in both open and semi-open chord progressions. In case you are a beginner, it’s a song that will take you from beginner to intermediate level of musical thinking.

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FAQs – Mitwa Song From Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna Guitar Lesson

Q1. Which strumming pattern works best for this guitar song lesson?

Ans. The most common strumming for Mitwa is D – D U – U D – U, the main key here is to learn accent control.

Q2. Are there any chord changes between the verse and the chorus?

Ans. Yes, when you are playing the chorus, you have to use strong resolution chords such as D or D7, which will help you create an emotional lift. You have to keep a contrast between verse and chorus to elevate the song's impact.

Q3. Does this song use any barre chords?

Ans. No, there are no mandatory barre chords for you to learn, but in some cases, you can play Bm. On the other hand, beginners can easily substitute Bm with Bm7.

Q4. What is the biggest technical challenge that learners have to face when practicing Mitwa on guitar?

Ans. The biggest challenge is maintaining an even rhythm while increasing the intensity in the chorus. You have to do this while making sure that you are not rushing through the chords.

Sadda Haq is one of the most rebellious songs in Indian music history; over time, it has become an anthem of rebellion and self-expression where people are demanding the right to speak freely, live, and love freely. It is the song in the movie that was performed by the lead character of the movie, Jordan, live in front of a massive crowd. The song is pretty raw and real. 

Fun Fact: The original song had a line that referred to Kashmir, but in the editing of the song, it was muted in order to make the song less politically sensitive. 

Strumming Pattern:

The most common strumming pattern that you are going to learn for this song, especially for the chorus and for the main rhythm, is: D - DU - DU - D - DU - DU 

• D = Down Strum 
• U = Up Strum 

Song Structure:

Introduction: In this introduction, you will be meeting your guitar instructor, Mike Walker, for this guitar lesson. Here, Mike helps you prepare for the upcoming lessons as this is a complete version of the song. 

Intro, Power Chords, Riff, and Verse: With this part, you will be learning how to tune your electric guitar to play the intro, power chords, riffs, and verses that are part of the song. 

Intro Licks: Here, Mike is going to teach you how to play the intro lick, which is present at the beginning of the song. He will first play the lick and then show you how you, too, can play it. 

Intro Verse Singing: The singing part is divided into 3 to 4 different parts in this guitar lesson, and Mike will help you remember which of the following chords you need to play when singing the phrase. 

Verse 2: This is the part of the song that comes at exactly 2:28 seconds, where the first five bars are the same; the main thing you need to learn here is the rhythm that you need to follow. 

Main Solo: From this part of the guitar lesson, you will be learning how to play the iconic main solo of Sadda Haq, which comes at 3:07 seconds. 

Overdub Licks: This particular overdub lick sounds more like a guitar riff from the famous band Santana. In order to play this lick, you have to be quick with your fingers. 

Overdub Lick at 2:19: This is another overdub lick which is part of the song. 

Outro Solo: In this part of the guitar lesson, you will learn the outro solo, which made the song so popular. 

Song with Backing: Finally in this part, Mike is going to show you how to play the entire guitar parts of the song with the backing track. 

Scales Used and Improvisation: In this section, Mike teaches you some of the scales you can use to give the song its authentic sound and the improvisation, which makes it easier for you to play this song on guitar. 

Why Learn this Song?

The electric guitar part of the song features amazing guitar riffs by Orianthi, who is an Australian guitarist well known for playing none other than the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. This song has some of the grittiest power chords, and the intro riff has become a staple in modern Indian rock music. 

FAQs this song Guitar Lesson:

Q1. Who wrote the lyrics to the song Sadda Haq? 

Ans. The lyrics of the song were written by Irshad Kamil. 

Q2. What is the genre of the song Sadda Haq? 

Ans. Sadda Haq is a rock anthem that tastefully blends the elements of alternative rock, grunge, and Indian rock. 

Q3. For this song, do you need to have an electric guitar? 

Ans. If you want to play all the parts of the song it is necessary to have an electric guitar with you. 

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Abhi Abhi 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 Demo, Intro Solo, Solo Lesson and Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Pawan Jalan teaches how to play the song Kya Mujhe Pyaar Hai as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Chords, Rhythm, and Backing Track. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Elay Keechan is a song composed by A.R. Rahman for the Tamil film Kadal, which was released in 2013. This particular track from the movie's album stands out as the most listened-to song because of its energetic folk-rock fusion and catchy rhythm. 

A.R. Rahman made sure to infuse folk elements with contemporary rock, making this song a truly refreshing listening experience. In this song you will witness acoustic guitar strums in addition to the bluesy bass lines and even the use of harmonica. 

Strumming Pattern 

Elay Keechan has a laid-back sound to it; it holds a nostalgic feel as well, which comes from gentle strumming or light fingerpicking. The recommended strumming pattern for this song is D – D U – U D U. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 
• “–” = Pause or hold

• When you play this song, try to use light dynamics; what this means is that you have to let the strums breathe in order to maintain the song's emotional depth. 
• Furthermore, it would be great if you could use a capo on the 1st or 2nd fret to match up with the original pitch of the song. 
• You can also use fingerpicking in the intro to add more layers of retro vibe to the song. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction of the song lesson is by Mike Walker, who is also going to be your guitar instructor for this song. Mike talks about how this song is unique with its repetitive rhythmic parts and how it has a country-like solo. In this part of the lesson, you will be learning how to tune up the guitar for this song. 

Riff: Here Mike will first play the closed version of the song, and he explains to you the chords used for it, then he moves to the open version and shares with you the chords for the same. 

Song Demo: After showing you the repetitive rhythm that you need to follow, Mike will demonstrate how to play the song on guitar with the backing track. 

Improvisation: In this section of the guitar lesson, Mike will show you how to implement improvisation techniques for this song. These techniques will make it easier for you to play the song. 

Solo: The last part of this lesson is a guitar solo, which is played at the 10th fret of your guitar. Mike has divided the solo into multiple licks and shows you how to play the entire solo, one lick after the other. 

Tu Chahiye - Introduction

Welcome to the guitar lesson on one of the most loved romantic songs of modern indian pop music, Tu Chahiye by Atif Aslam. Performed for the Bollywood movie Bajrangi Bhaijaan, the song has received almost 75 million views on YouTube.

The movie is about a man who helps a little girl lost in a foreign land reach her home across the borders of nation and religion.

The song, though, is a subplot. The lyrics express deep emotion and longing for the love interest, fitting the film's emotional themes. Musically, the track goes from slow romantic mush to upbeat disco feel, which can be thought of as a parallel to the storyline shown in the song as well as in the movie overall. The hero and the heroine grow into a romance towards each other as the song progresses.

Tu Chahiye Guitar Lesson

Tu Chahiye guitar lesson is taught by our expert, Steve Luciano, who teaches parts of the song in a section-by-section manner, starting from the intro that talks about the chords and the percussive rhythm pattern, later demonstrating the full song in its entirety.

The song’s intro is built on palm-muted, straightforward power chords –G, C, and D that give it a rhythmic pulse. As the track progresses, it introduces major 7th arpeggios, slash chords like D/F, suspended chords such as Csus2, and augmented chords. These chord variations add an uplifting quality that suits the song’s upbeat, emotional energy.

There are a number of complex chords that require knowledge of theory and some intermediate level of practice to master. So, the tutor, along with the full demo, explains the simpler, more beginner-friendly ways of playing the chords.

The strumming in the song is also a little special; it lasts for two measures, or the whole duration of the chorus, meaning the pattern doesn’t repeat until after the second bar, particularly in the chorus sections. The tutor has explained this in great detail.

Tu Chahiye lyrics and tabs are also available for this lesson, along the right side of the page. The tab sheet can also be downloaded for future reference and practice.

FAQs

Q. Is this song suitable for beginners?

Yes. Although it has some complex chords, like the major 7th, slash chords, suspended and augmented chords, they are not substantially harder than standard chord shapes, and with consistent practice, they can be easily mastered.

Q. Can I play this on an acoustic guitar?

Absolutely! The song does not have many lead lines, so you don’t need an electric guitar, although you can easily play the song on one, and the song is very vocals-forward, as is the case with most Bollywood music; hence, an acoustic guitar is also ideal for it.

Q. Do I need a capo to play Tu Chahiye?

The original key is G major, but if you’re singing along and find it too low, you can use a capo on the 2nd or 3rd fret to raise the pitch. 

Dilbar Mere Kab Tak Mujhe - Introduction

Dilbar Mere Kab Tak Mujhe is a classic romantic song from the 1982 Hindi film Satte Pe Satta. The legendary Kishore Kumar sang this track with additional humming by Annette Pinto. Music director R.D. Burman created the memorable melody while Anand Bakshi wrote the emotional lyrics. In the movie, the song plays during a wedding reception scene featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini. The lyrics express deep longing, with lines asking how long the lover will keep tormenting the singer.

The song uses a 6/8 time signature which gives it a gentle waltz-like feel. This rhythm pattern makes the melody flow smoothly like a dance. The orchestration blends Western instruments with Indian melody structures. Even after 40 years, the song remains popular because of its simple yet powerful emotional expression through music.

Dilbar Mere Kab Tak Mujhe Guitar Lesson

Taught by Steve Luciano, this lesson breaks down the song's structure in F minor. The chord progression follows a repeating pattern of Fm - Bbm - Eb - Db. These chords create the sad yet romantic mood of the song. The 6/8 timing means you count six beats per measure with emphasis on beats 1 and 4.

The strumming pattern uses downstrokes on the main beats with some light upstrokes in between. For the verse, play two downstrokes per chord lasting three beats each. The pre-chorus switches to arpeggios where you pluck individual notes of each chord slowly. The chorus returns to strumming but with more energy.

The melody uses the F natural minor scale (F-G-Ab-Bb-C-Db-Eb). This scale gives the song its emotional quality. The vocal line moves step-by-step through this scale with occasional jumps. On guitar, you can play these melody lines by focusing on the first three strings (G, B, E) between frets 1-5.

For beginners, start by mastering the chord changes slowly. The Bbm to Eb transition needs special attention. Intermediate players can work on matching the vocal melody on guitar. Advanced players should focus on the subtle dynamics - where the song gets louder and softer to match the emotions.

FAQs

Q. What tuning is used for this song?

Standard tuning (EADGBE) works perfectly for this song.

Q. How to count 6/8 timing?

Count it as "1-2-3-4-5-6" with slight emphasis on 1 and 4.

Q. What's the best way to play the Bbm chord?

Use the barre chord version at fret 1 or the simpler three-finger shape without barre.

Q. How to make it sound more authentic?

Add gentle vibrato on longer notes and use dynamics to follow the vocal emotion.

Q. Can I use a capo?

Yes, capo on 1st fret and play in E minor shapes if easier.

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