In this video lesson J.J. Pattishall teaches how to play the song Kitni Haseen Zindagi 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 and Song Demo. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Introduction:

I Love You is a romantic ballad from the Bollywood flick Bodyguard starring one of the biggest names of Bollywood Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor in leading roles. The song captures the tender, unspoken emotions between the lead characters as their bond deepens over time.  

Fun Fact: I Love You was sung by Ash King, he was relatively new to Bollywood, and this particular song was able to make him launch his career in mainstream Hindi music. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: 

For each chord, try this picking pattern: this particular arpeggio picking pattern follows the fingerstyle method of guitar playing. 

Bass – D – G – B

(Thumb – Index – Middle – Ring)

Chord-by-chord strings:

• C: 5 – 4 – 3 – 2
• G: 6 – 4 – 3 – 2
• Am: 5 – 4 – 3 – 2
• F: 6 – 4 – 3 – 2

Repeat slowly and evenly for that soft, emotional vibe.

Strumming Pattern 

The strumming pattern for this song is as follows: D – D U – U D U.

D = Down Strum 

U = Up Strum

This particular strum is a classic and mellow pattern that matches up with the song’s emotional flow, making it more impactful and romantic for the audience who’s listening to it. 

Song Structure:

Intro, Chords, and Rhythm: This guitar lesson has just one section where you will learn the intro tune, chords, and even the rhythm, which you need to practice for this song. If you know the basic guitar strings and E chord in particular then you will be able to master this easy version in no time. 

Why Learn this song?

Learning I Love You from Bodyguard is a great choice if you are someone who loves to play emotional, romantic ballads. It is a pretty soul touching song that can be played using basic guitar chords along with a gentle tempo. Thus, it’s an ideal song for beginners. 

FAQs – I Love You Guitar Lesson

Q1. Who is the lead singer of the song I Love You from the movie Bodyguard? 

Ans. The song was sung by Ash King, and the music composition was from Pritam; the lyrics of the song were penned down by Irshad Kamil. 

Q2. What genre does “I Love You” fall in? 

Ans. This particular hit number from Bodyguard is a combination of soft rock and acoustic pop. 

Q3. Can I play “I Love You” from the film Bodyguard on Guitar? 

Ans. Yes, it is pretty easy to play this song on guitar; we at Torrens have provided a complete walkthrough of how to play this song. In addition to this, this is an easier version of the song, which even a beginner can learn in no time. 

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Bin Tere as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Progressions, Rhythm, With Backing Track, Solo Lesson and Conclusion. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

For retro Bollywood fans, “Aaja Aaja Main Hoon Pyaar Tera” is more than just a song; it’s a song with energetic rock ‘n’ roll flair blended with romantic vibes. The composition is from R.D. Burman, and the vocalist is none other than Mohammad Rafi Saab and Asha Bhosle. This trio made an unforgettable song, which even to this day is listened to by people of all ages.

Strumming Pattern 

The lesson leans heavily on electric guitar riffs and percussive rhythm, so if you wish to go full-on rock ‘n’ roll mode, you can go with the song arrangement mentioned in the lesson, otherwise to capture the essence of the song. You can use the following strumming pattern: D – D U – U D U.  

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 
• – = Pause or miss the strings.

You should be using your palm to mute the strings, and it leads to a more rhythmic sound, especially if you are practicing on an electric guitar. Make sure you accent the second downstroke to match the energy and keep a consistent tempo; the song is fast-paced, so first practice chord progression slowly and then build it up. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction is from Mike Walker, who is going to be your guitar instructor for this guitar lesson. In the beginning, Mike will show you the required tuning for this song. 

Song Arrangement 1: Here, you will first learn all the individual licks that you need to play for this song, and once that’s done, you will get to piece them together to play the song. 

Song Arrangement 2: In this part of the guitar lesson, Mike will teach you the main riff of 

the song, which makes it so easily recognizable. 

Song Arrangement 3: This is the final song arrangement, and in this section of the song, you have to learn how to play sets of 16th notes. 

Song Demo: Right here is the final chapter of the song lesson. Mike, in this part of the song lesson, you will be playing the guitar parts of the song with a backing track to give you an example of how to keep up with the other instruments and the vocals of the song. 

Why Learn Aaja Aaja Main Hoon Pyaar Tera Song On Guitar?

It’s an amazing song for guitar players because of its upbeat tempo in addition to the groovy baseline, which leads to super fun strumming patterns and also helps you with rhythmic practice. 

In addition to this, as you learn this song, you will get an understanding of twangy electric guitar licks and how to use early rock techniques that influenced retro Bollywood songs that we all love. With this song, you also learn major scale runs, quick chord switches, and how to improvise 60s-style arrangements. 

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

In this video lesson J.J. Pattishall teaches how to play the song Tera Mera Naam 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 and Song Demo. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

This particular song, Main Kya Karoon, comes in the movie when the character of Ranbir Kapoor first got to understand the feeling of falling in love with someone. This is the song that helped the director capture the light-hearted, dreamy, and whimsical tone of young love. 

Fun Fact: For the song Pritam, the composer went to Nikhil Paul George, who wasn’t a mainstream singer of Bollywood. He did this because he wanted someone with an unpolished, pure, and boyish voice. This will help the singer to match up with the character of Ranbir Kapoor in the movie. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: If you want to use the fingerpicking pattern or arpeggios instead of simple strumming, you can follow these techniques for each chord: 

For chords with root on the 5th string (like C, Am, F):

5 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 3 – 4 (Repeat)

For chords with root on the 6th string (like G):

6 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 3 – 4 (Repeat)

Strumming Pattern 

The basic strumming pattern which you need to follow is: D D U U D U. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

Song Structure 

Chords, Rhythm, and Arrangement: The guitar instructor for this song lesson is Bobby Koelble; he shares with you the chords, rhythm, and arrangement that you have matched for the easier version. In addition to this, he also talks about the major difference between the original version of the song and this stripped-out version, which is much easier to play.

Why Learn Main Kya Karoon (Easy Version) Song?

Main Kya Karoon is a simple song with easy-to-play open chords which is perfect for beginners to practice chord switching without frustration. It’s a light, romantic, and uplifting tune that is super enjoyable to play and sing along with. 

FAQs – Main Kya Karoon (Easy Version) Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What key is the song Main Kya Karoon From Barfi in?

Ans. The song is present in the D major, but for this particular version, we have transposed it to C major, which allows you to use a simpler set of chords. 

Q2. Is the song Main Kya Karoon suitable for beginners to learn on guitar? 

Ans. Yes, using the basic chords and light rhythm, any beginner can learn how to play this song on guitar. 

Q3. Is there a need to use Capo for the song Main Kya Karoon? 

Ans. You can put a capo on the 2nd fret; it will help you play easier chords while still matching the original pitch of the song. 

Aye Khuda From The Film Paathshala 

Aye, Khuda is one of those songs that got stuck with us even after the movie became decades old. It is the song that allows you to connect deeply with both the lyrics and the music present in the song. As you play this song, you will be learning how to properly finger pick and take full advantage of the arpeggios pattern. 

Fun Fact: The movie Paathshala didn't make too much noise at the box office, but this particular song from the movie was being played on repeat on radios, music TV channels and even by teenagers who got the cassette album. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: The common arpeggio which you can use for this song is: P, I, M, A, M, I

• P = Thumb (for the bass note)
• I = Index
• M = Middle
• A = Ring

Strumming Pattern 

The strumming pattern of the song has a nice flow to it, which keeps the song smooth and emotionally rich. You have to put a bit of an emphasis on the downstroke at the beginning of each measure and make sure to keep the upstrokes softer and fluid: D - DU - D - UD - U. 

• D = Down Strum 
• U = Up Strum

Song Structure 

Intro, Chords, & Rhythm: The guitar lesson is performed by Pawan Jalan; in this section, he first shows you how to tune your guitar in the key of A. After this, Pawan shows you how to play the chords that are required for the song, and then comes a lesson on strumming patterns for the same. 

Why Learn Aye Khuda From The Film Paathshala?

It is a simple yet impactful song that you can quickly learn to play as it uses common guitar chords like Am, F, C, G, and others. These guitar chords make it easier for beginners to play this song with fluency. For people who love to perform solo or in open mics, for them it is a perfect song to gain the audience's interest towards them. 

FAQs – Aye Khuda From The Film Paathshala Guitar Lesson

Q1. Who sang Aye Khuda for the film Paathshala? 

Ans. The main singer for the song was none other than Salim Merchant who is half part of the famous music duo Salim Sulaiman. 

Q2. Who was the composer of the song Aye Khuda? 

Ans. The song was composed by Salim-Sulaiman; the duo is known for creating emotionally rich and cinematic soundtracks for various Bollywood movies. 

Q3. Who penned down the lyrics of the song Aye Khuda? 

Ans. Irfan Siddiqui was the writer who wrote the lyrics for this song. 

Mann Mera is a perfect song that combines melody, emotions, and simplicity to give us an ideal track to be played on guitar. It has a soothing tune to it, and the lyrics are quite heartfelt, giving you a chance to express your emotions through music. 

Fun Fact: This particular track helps Gajendra Verma make his name in Bollywood and in the mainstream music scene. The original version of the song went quite viral on the internet, and it became the youth’s favourite song to play even to this day.  

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: The basic arpeggio fingerpicking pattern for this song is Thumb (P) – Index (I) – Middle (M) – Ring (A) – Middle (M) – Index (I).

Now, in terms of each individual string: 

6 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 3 – 4 (for G and D chords)

5 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 3 – 4 (for Em and C chords)

Strumming Pattern 

The following pattern you have to repeat smoothly throughout the song, and it also works well with the chord progression: D – D U – U D U. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction of the lesson is from J.J. Pattishall, who is going to show you how to tune up your guitar for the song and tells you that the song is present in the key of C-sharp minor. 

Chords and Rhythm: In this part of the guitar lesson, J.J. shows you where you have to play the specific chords and what rhythm you need to follow for this song. 

Song Arrangement: After showcasing all the chords that you will be playing, J.J. provides information on the song arrangement, in which he gives you details of chords that make up the chorus and verse sections of the song. 

Intro Riff: In this part, you will learn how to play the iconic opening riff of the song, which made the song so easy to remember just from its tune. 

Song Demo: In the final part of this guitar lesson, J.J. is going to show you how to play the guitar chords with the backing track. 

Why Learn Mann Mera Song?

Mann Mera is a beginner-friendly song; it uses open chords that guitarists learn at the beginning of their musical journey. In addition to this, the song also includes a simple fingerpicking technique that allows you to improve finger coordination and control as you play. 

FAQS – Mann Mera Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Who is the composer of the song Mann Mera from the movie Table 21? 

Ans. The song was composed by Gajendra Verma, who also sang it. 

Q2. Do I need to use Arpeggios for the song Mann Mera? 

Ans. Yes, for the intro and for the verse part, you have to use the fingerpicking pattern in order to play the song softly. 

Q3. Do I need to have a capo for this song? 

Ans. To play this song, you don’t require a capo, but if you have one, you can use it to match up with the original pitch used by the composer. 

Introduction

Absinthe Party is the most well-known song from Minus the Bear. It involves intricate guitar play along with unique rhythm and tapping techniques. Minus the Bear is an Indie rock band from America; in their entire run, the band released a total of 6 studio albums. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: Instead of the traditional way, Minus the Bear uses the tapping technique to create arpeggios for this song, here’s an example of how you can also play arpeggios for this track: 

e|------7h10p7-----7h10p7------|  

B|-----------------------------|  

G|----7---------7-------------|  

D|--9---------9---------------|  

A|-----------------------------|  

E|-----------------------------| 

Strumming Pattern 

This song requires you to learn finger tapping, syncopated rhythms, along with layered guitar parts. The band was less resilient to the traditional strumming pattern; still if you are looking for a rhythm guitar approach you can follow this pattern: D D U U D U. 

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction of this guitar lesson starts with prepping your guitar with the necessary tuning. 

Tapping Section: In this section, you will be learning about how to play the first part of the song using the two-handed tapping technique. 

Distortion Section: For this section you have to turn on the distortion on your amplifier, you will be playing a repetitive riff which will be replayed 4 times in the song. 

Song Demo: Here your music instructor Mike Walker is going to show you how to play the entire song with the backing track. 

Overdubs: There are two overdub sections in this song and in this part of the guitar lesson Mike is going to teach you both of them. 

Why Learn Absinthe Party By Minus The Bear?

For this song, you have to learn an intricate technique of two-hand tapping, which makes it both fun and challenging even for an expert guitarist. As you learn this song, you will be able to work on your dexterity, coordination and fluid playing. 

FAQs – This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Did Minus the Bear stop performing? 

Ans. In 2018, Minus the Bear came out with sad news of their retirement. They accompanied their retirement with a farewell tour as well. In 2025, the band reunited once again and announced an anniversary tour to commemorate their 20th anniversary of Menos el Oso. 

Q2. Who is the lead singer of the Absinthe Party by Minus the Bear? 

Ans. Jake Snider is the lead singer of the band, and he was the main vocalist of the song Absinthe Party. 

Q3. What Type of music does Minus The Bear produce? 

Ans. All the songs from Minus the Bear can be categorised as experimental rock, there had been a number of twists and turns in their music throughout their 17 year long run. The band was able to build a strong fan base after they were formed in 2001. 

Fun Fact: A friend of the band went on a date and when Jake Snider who was singer and guitarist for the band asked him how his date was he said You know that TV show from the '70s, B. J. and the Bear? It was like that ... minus the Bear.' And from there all the members agreed on naming that reference as their official band name. 

Welcome to the guitar lesson on a heart-melting indie song called Alag Aasmaan. Written and performed by Anuv Jain, a master storyteller of the romantic variety who has a reputation for being celebrated all over the country by everyone who has or wants a broken heart. 

Alag Aasman is about the suffering of lovers in a long-distance relationship. The artist says, “It is a rarity to meet each other in a long-distance relationship, and when you finally do, the goodbyes can get pretty difficult. There's so much uncertainty, and you do not know when you'll meet again”. Alag Aasmaan translates to ‘different sky’, signalling to the narrative that the lovers in different cities live under different skies.

The original version of the song was performed on a ukulele, recorded and uploaded on YouTube during the pandemic, the looming emotions of which complemented the sentiment of the song, that is about missing a loved one. 

Alag Aasmaan Guitar Lesson

The instructor delivers the lesson in a section-by-section manner; the first section gives the introduction to the song, the second talks about chords and rhythm patterns, the third is about the arrangement, which is finally followed by a solo section.

Alag Aasmaan guitar chords are in the key of F# Major, but the open position sounds too bright for the subtle lightness of the song; hence, a capo at fret 6 is advised by the instructor to emphasise the soft twinkly quality of the sound on the higher frets. The capo here also transposes the chord shapes to the standard and more familiar ones – C, F, G, Am, and Em. 

The rhythm of the song resembles that of a jazz classic, as made clear by the strumming pattern that goes like D - U - D D - U in a loop. (D is a downward strum, and U is an upward strum.)

The tutor explains how the song has four verses, a pre-bridge, a bridge, and an outro solo that constitute the arrangement of the track. At two moments in the song, the second and fourth verse, this arrangement offers a chord change to the major 6th interval of the scale –from G to Em (C# to A#m without capo) that lends itself to the tender and affectionate feel of the story that the song is telling. The outro solo is picked slowly in the style of bluegrass music and is played in the context of this major 6th tone on top of the same chords as verses two and four. The instructor shows the solo note by note, and since the original solo is only 30 seconds long, in the final section of the lesson, there is a demonstration on how to improvise over it for when you are jamming by yourself. 

FAQs

Q. How do I learn the Alag Aasman chords on a guitar?

1. To learn the Alag Aasmaan chords on the guitar, start by placing a capo on the 6th fret and then consistently practising the chord transitions shown in the lessons.

Q. What is the Alag Aasmaan strumming pattern?

1. The strumming pattern goes like D - U - D D - U in a loop for almost the entirety of the song. However, there are some pauses and chord changes instructed in the lesson by the tutor as well.