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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!

In this video lesson J.J. Pattishall teaches how to play the song Pyaar Deewana Hota Hai 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!

If you wish to light up the vibe of your jamming session or want to make people start dancing at a party, you need to learn Sadi Gali on your guitar. This is your typical upbeat desi song, which can perfectly be placed to break the monotony of mellow Bollywood covers. In truth, it makes the people go singing, clapping, and maybe breaking into bhangra. 

This song is a mix of Punjabi folk, pop, and funk, which is why when you are learning how to play it on guitar, you will get to know how to implement fusion style in your guitar play and increase your genre versatility. 

Before the song was chosen for the Bollywood movie, it was released by an independent Punjabi artist, Lehmber Hussainpuri, and the song witnessed a pretty massive fan following in Northern India, from where the song originally came from. 

Strumming Pattern 

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

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

If you wish to play a more percussive version which adds more groove to the song, then you should go with the following pattern: D – X U – U D U. 

• X = Mute 

You can use palm muting after the first downstroke, which will mimic a dhol-like rhythm. 

Technical Aspects Of the Guitar That You Are Going To Learn In the Sadi Gali Song Lesson 

Learning Sadi Gali on guitar is more than just a fun activity; it’s a song that teaches you different technical skills that make you a better guitarist. Here’s a list of a few things you are going to learn from this guitar lesson: 

Mike Walker, our guitar instructor, has dissected this lesson into 5 different parts, each of which has its own skillset that you will practice and learn. Apart from this, you will be introduced to power chords and barre chord shapes. Mike will show you how to play them precisely. 

Furthermore, this song takes a lot of inspiration from Punjabi-Bhangra music, and here you 

will learn the strumming pattern with syncopation and upstrokes required to make your guitar sound similar.

Why Learn This Song Sadi Gali On Guitar?

This song has a lively tempo and syncopated beat, which is a great workout for your strumming hand; it will improve your timing, groove, and also help in building your endurance. The song follows a basic 3-4 chord structure; as a result, even beginners can master it quickly and make their guitar sound impressive. The guitar play for this song is quite simple, but it's the tempo that fills it up with power and makes the song seem like it is technically challenging. 

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!

Jab Koi Baat Bigad Jaaye is a song which is one of the most memorable vintage songs that people of all ages love to listen to. It's a song from the film Jurm starring Vinod Khanna, Shafi Inamdar, Meenakshi Sheshadri and Mahesh Anand. 

The popular romantic duet came alive from taking inspiration from the song 500 Hundred Miles by Peter, Paul and Mary, which was released in 1963. It’s a perfect song for cultural gatherings, romantic occasions or showcasing how versatile you are in terms of a musician. 

Strumming Pattern 

The main strumming pattern which you need to follow here is D-D-U-U-D-U. It’s a classic Bollywood strumming which can be found in most of the old romantic hits of the 1990s era. 

There’s an alternative pattern available if you wish to add more depth to your guitar play, and it goes like this: D-U-D-U-D-U. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

The tempo is of moderate pace with 80-90 BPM, which creates that amazing romantic flow; make sure when you are playing this one, be as gentle as possible to have smooth strokes. 

Song Structure 

Introduction, Chords, and Rhythm: The song is present in E major, and in this guitar tutorial by Pawan Jalan, you are going to learn how to play this song using open chords. In order to play it with open chords, you need to have a capo. The lesson starts with the chords which you need to learn, starting from E, F#m, B, D. 

The capo has to be placed on the 2nd fret if you are not comfortable playing the chord positions which were shown before. Once you move past the chords and rhythm section of the lesson, Pawan is going to show you how to play the entire song on guitar with the backing track to help you figure out the pace required for each section. 

Why Learn Jab Koi Baat Bigad Jaye From Jurm On Guitar?

Jab Koi Baat Bigad Jaye is a rare melody which sticks to listeners once they hear it for the first time; this is due to the presence of Western folk composition, which creates a strong melodic structure while still maintaining the Bollywood charm. 

It’s a song which is just a bit challenging enough to push your limits and improve your chord progressions and fingerpicking techniques without making you feel overwhelmed. You have to understand that it is ideal for beginners and for intermediate players as well; for advanced guitar players, this song doesn’t pose any challenge, but it’s a song that we recommend everyone should learn who is into playing musical instruments. 

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Mujhme Tu 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 and Electric Overdubs. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Raabta as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Raabta (Introduction), Raabta (Song Lesson with Distortion), Raabta (Song Demo with Distortion), Raabta (Song Lesson with Clean Tone), Raabta (Song Demo with Clean Tone), Raabta (Overdub Licks), Raabta (Intro Piano Piece with Tapping) and Raabta (Improvisation). Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

The solo from the main theme song of the movie Dil Chahta Hai is mellow, rhythmic, and groove-driven, making it perfect for acoustic guitar. The solo has a laid-back feel to it with a 4/4 feel, with a smooth and slightly syncopated rhythm. 

The title track of the movie Dil Chahta Hai marked the turning point in the Bollywood music industry, but here’s one lesser-known fact about it: the solo version, which you are going to learn in this lesson, was not part of the full release.

The solo gained much attention through behind-the-scenes acoustic performances, which were composed by Eshaan Noorani. Fans fell in love with the stripped-down version of the song, and it became the most sought-after version among guitar enthusiasts and live performers all across the country.

Strumming Pattern 

The recommended strumming for the solo part of the song is: D – D U – U D U. 

This strumming pattern perfectly fits with the relaxed vibe and provides you just the right swing for the solo version. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

Song Structure 

Solo Lesson: The solo guitar lesson is of Dil Chahta Hai, one of the iconic Bollywood movies that highlights friendship, love, and life. The guitar instructor for this solo is Eshaan Noorani from the group Shankar Ehsaan Loy (SEL), which is the original creator of this song. Eshaan, during this solo lesson, talks about how the group came up with the solo, the idea behind it, and how you can play the same tune on your guitar. 

Why Learn Dil Chahta Hai Solo?

The solo is a beautiful rendition of an iconic Bollywood track, it is considered to be a perfect piece for guitarists that are looking to blend technique with various emotions, in addition to this, the solo version of the song is naturally arranged in such a way that it helps in acoustic setting which helps you in practicing clean strumming, explore light fingerpicking, and play melodic along with expressive accompaniment without requiring you to have a full band using other instruments. 

FAQs – This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Is the solo version present here different from the one that is part of the movie? 

Ans. Yes, the solo version is more of a stripped-down acoustic version, which focuses on the mellow vocals and simple guitar strumming technique. 

Q2. Can I play this song using fingerpicking? 

Ans. Yes, the solo is great for soft fingerpicking; it would be great if you used it in the intro section of the solo. 

Welcome to the guitar lesson on a song that carries both emotional weight and spiritual depth Bulleya by Papon from the 2016 Bollywood film Sultan. Composed by the iconic duo Vishal-Shekhar with lyrics by Irshad Kamil, the song has a deep Sufi influence that speaks about longing, surrender, and redemption. Sung soulfully by Papon, the track marks a moment of emotional transformation in the film. It plays when the main character, Sultan, is trying to make peace with his past and win back the love of his life.

The song borrows its name and spirit from the famous Sufi poet Bulleh Shah. One of the standout lines in the song, “Tu bole toh ban jau main Bulleh Shah saudayi” (If you say so, I shall become Bulleh Shah’s devotee), ties the narrative to the idea of surrendering one’s ego in the face of love and higher truth. Over the years, this track has remained close to the hearts of listeners not just for its melody, but for the way it captures what it feels like to yearn, for love, for peace, and for redemption.

Bulleya Guitar Lesson

The lesson on Bulleya is taught by our expert Steve Luciano, who walks through all parts of the song with great detail and clarity. The song is in the key of A major and moves between some very expressive chords that bring out the emotional flavor of the track. You’ll encounter chords like A/E, C# minor, B major, Emaj7, Emaj9#4, and C#m7 and while they might sound complicated, Steve breaks them down in a way that even early intermediate players can grasp. One chord that stands out is Emaj9#4, which adds a haunting character to the progression. It's a variation of the regular major chord but with extra notes that add color the #4 gives it a dreamlike sound.

The track also uses what’s called a slash chord like E/G# - which simply means you're playing an E major chord but starting the bass note from G#. This kind of movement helps the progression feel more connected and smooth, especially when moving between sections of the song. Steve explains how to position your fingers for these chords and offers alternate voicings if you find the originals too challenging. 

One of the unique aspects of this lesson is how Steve connects the emotional flow of the song to the playing technique. It’s not just about hitting the right chords it’s about how you play them. The strumming is soft and steady, with emphasis on dynamics to match the emotional rise and fall of the lyrics. The lesson ends with a complete demonstration of the song, making it easy for you to follow along, section by section, until you can play it smoothly from start to finish.   

FAQs

Q. What level of guitarist is Bulleya suited for?

1. Bulleya is best suited for early intermediate players. If you’re familiar with barre chords and can handle a few extended voicings, you’ll enjoy learning this track.

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

1. The song is played in standard tuning — E A D G B E. No capo is needed.

Introduction

In this video lesson your instructor, Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Stairway to Heaven as part of our guitar series on English songs. It is one of the most iconic piece of rock music. Playing it on your guitar instantly earns you street cred as a guitarist. 

Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Strumming Pattern 

The intro and the verse section of the song are all about fingerpicking, but as the song moves towards the more guitar-centric section strumming does come into play, and the strumming pattern is as follows: D - D U - U D U

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum
• - = Pause or hold

Song Structure 

• Introduction: Mike Walker will introduce this song lesson. He will be your guitar instructor for this lesson. He will teach you how to tune your guitar and share his advice on why every rock fan should learn this song. 
• Intro Piece: This is the part when you play instantly makes everyone acknowledge that you are playing Stairway to Heaven. 
• Section A and B: Section A is pretty similar to the intro piece, Mike tells you which chords to play to make it sound different and how to play Section B.
• Section C and D: This part of the guitar lesson continues with the acoustic guitar chord. 
• Section E and F: Here, you will learn the most repeated guitar part of the song, section E. The F section is about the last acoustic part of the song. 
• Song Demo: In this part, Mike will show you how to play the entire acoustic guitar section alongside the backing track. 
• Solo Lesson: This is the most anticipated part of the song; Mike breaks Jimmy Page’s iconic solo with multiple licks and plays them with the backing track. 
• Overdubs: This is the last section of the guitar lesson, and here, you will learn about overdubs, which are basically the additional layer of guitar tracks used in the song. 

Awari is a song that explodes into an emotional whirlwind, and it’s a song that can teach you storytelling via music, whether you’re a beginner guitar player who is trying to play something powerful or just an intermediate guitar player who is just trying to explore new tones and feels than again Awari is a must-learn song for you. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction is from Mike Walker, who is going to be your guitar instructor for this song lesson. Mike shares how this song has elements of acoustic guitars and electric guitars as well. After that, he shows you how to put your acoustic guitar in standard tuning, which is required for this song. 

Song Arrangement: This song is in 6/8 time signature; for this song, you will be using barre chords Am, G, Fmaj, and F. Mike shows you two methods for playing the F chord. 

Song Demo: After showing you all the chords required for this song, how you need to play them, and the rhythm that you need to follow, Mike will provide you a complete walkthrough of this song demo with the backing track; this section will help you understand how you should be syncing your chords with the other instruments and the vocals that are part of this song. 

Overdubs: This song starts with arpeggiated tones, but they are not played on the lead guitar. As a result, we have to put them in the overdubs section. 

Electric Overdub: In addition to the acoustic overdubs, there is also an electric overdub section, which you should learn if you wish to understand the technicalities behind this song. 

Solo: Right here is the solo, which is divided into multiple licks by Mike; he will show you how to play each and every lick that forms the guitar solo of this song. After that, he combines all the licks and once again plays the entire solo. 

Improvisation: The improvisation here is done by half-sub-down tuning in E minor scale; Mike plays some parts of the song in E minor scale and then talks about how it sounds different than the original version, which was shown above. 

Why Learn Awari Song On Guitar?

The reason why Awari has to be in your repertoire is due to its haunting progression, which allows guitar players to capture heartbreak and longing. In this song lesson, you will be learning dynamics and strumming variations, which have the potential to bring out your audience’s emotional side in the open. 

It’s a perfect song to strum on both acoustic and electric guitar; make sure you add a bit of a delay when playing this hit number on electric. Learning how to play it on guitar teaches you how to play with intention, emotion, and soul, all while slowly sharpening your guitar-playing techniques.