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Tu Jaane Na - Introduction

Welcome to the guitar lesson on one of the greatest and most famous romantic songs of the 2010s, Tu Jaane Na by Kailash Kher. This is the unplugged version of the song that features guitars and the magical voice of legendary vocalist Kailash Kher. This song has taken a special place in the hearts of all lovers, young and old, since the time of its release, and has received more than 31 crore views on YouTube.

The song is about love. Tu Jaane Na translates to ‘you don’t know,’ which completes as ‘you don’t know how much I love you’ as the song lyrics go. It is about the discomfort of being in love and not being able to fully and truly express one’s feelings. As is the main plot of the film, this song is an important part of.

Tu Jaane Na Guitar Lesson

The guitar lesson on Tu Jaane Na is brought by Mike Walker, who explains all the guitar parts of the song, section by section. The initial sections talk about the chords and rhythm patterns of the song, and in the sections that follow, there is discussion about the individual overdubbed guitar part, finally rounding the lesson with a solo improvisation demonstration.

The song is in the key of A major and features all but the diminished chords from the scale. There is also a suspended version of the A and D major, as well as a unique F#m7 11 chord, which is only in the intro section of the song that involves picking. The tutor explains the intro section in great detail.

Since this is a very acoustic forward song, there is a unique strumming pattern that is different from the standard DUU DUU DUDU, and goes like –D - U D U D - U - D (D is a downward strum and U is an upward strum). This folk-style strumming gives the song a stable rhythm and moves it forward.

There is also an easy version of the chords that the instructor demonstrates in the latter sections of the lesson. There is also an improvisation section, the ideas of which are based on the F#minor pentatonic and the A major scale up the fretboard.

FAQs

Q. What level of guitarist is Tu Jaane Na lesson for?

This unplugged version is easily playable for early intermediate players. You’ll need some comfort with barre chords, open chords, and basic fingerpicking or strumming techniques, depending on how you want to play it.

Q. What tuning is used in Tu Jaane na unplugged version?

Standard tuning (E A D G B E) is used for this version. No capo is needed unless you want to change the key for your vocal range.

Q. What chords are used in Tu Jaane Na?

The chord progression includes A, Bm, C#m, and occasionally F#m or E, and other major scale chords depending on the arrangement.

Shukran Allah is a timeless romantic ballad that is created with a combination of simplicity, soul, and subtle musicality. The composition is the brainchild of none other than Shankar-Eshaan-Loy, and it effortlessly weaves together elegant instrumentation with heartfelt lyrics. 

This song isn’t flashy, and neither is it complex, but it’s the song you need to learn if you wish to understand how a melody is controlled on guitar and how you are able to express emotions with it. The song is built on a simple yet effective chord progression, which is rooted in C major or D major, making it a beginner-friendly guitar song to learn. 

The gentle acoustic guitar elements in the original recording of the song translate wonderfully when you play this song solo. One of the biggest lessons you will have from this song is developing musical sensitivity. 

Strumming Pattern 

The tonality of the song is gentle, so it requires a light and flowing strumming pattern that compliments its romantic and airy vibe; here is the required pattern that would be best for beginners: D – D U – U D U. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

When you are practicing this song, make sure you emphasize the second downstroke in order to create a gentle, rhythmic pulse. During the verse section of the song, play the strumming pattern as lightly as possible, or you can even make a switch to fingerpicking for an intimate feel. 

There is an optional strumming pattern that you can follow: D – x U – U D U. 

Here, X is a soft, muted strum; this adds a whole new sound texture to your strumming. 

Why Learn Shukran Allah Song On Guitar?

The song is not just another generic Bollywood number that you learn on guitar; it’s a routine, an exercise that helps you subtly build chord control, making this song a brilliant choice for guitar learners. 

FAQs – Shukran Allah Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What time signature do you need to follow to play Shukran Allah on guitar? 

Ans. The song follows a 4/4 time signature, which makes it a simple and straightforward guitar song for beginners to learn about rhythm and timing. 

Q2. Is the song Shukran Allah a good song to practice singing and playing guitar at the same time? 

Ans. Yes, due to its steady rhythm and simple chord progression, you don’t have to keep a lot of fret positions in your mind when playing it. In addition to this, the acoustic nature of the song makes it possible for you to experiment with simple arpeggios or even fingerpicking patterns. 

Q3. Can I use chord inversions or higher fret voicings in the song Shukran Allah? 

Ans. Yes, it is possible, but we do not recommend beginners or even intermediate guitar players to try it out because then you have to learn every single inverted or partial chord, which is equivalent to the original one. 

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Har Saans Mein as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Song Arrangement , Easy Version, Song Demo, Solo 1, Solo 2, Solo 3, Solo 4 and Overdub Licks and Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Zaroorat is a song that has a simplified structure but does include complex chords for you to master. 

The strumming you need to learn is a bit slow and controlled, so it comes down to you to adjust dynamics, like playing it softer during verse sections and playing it more open during the chorus to provide the song's emotional progression. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: In this introduction, you will be meeting your guitar instructor, Mike Walker, who is going to show you how to tune up the guitar for this song; here, you need to understand that the tuning is half-step down before you proceed forward. 

Song Arrangement Part 1: This particular section starts at around 20 seconds, and it holds some complex strumming and guitar chords, which are not as beginner-friendly as the other part of this song. You can start with the measure of Em, and from there, you can move to C/E. Keep on playing these two chords back and forth to reach a couple of barre chords like Am, G, and B5.  

Song Arrangement Part 2: Here, you will be playing chords like Em, C, and D. You will be circling around these chords, and at the end, when you are playing these chords at 2/10, then you have to go from D to Em only once.  

Song Demo: This is the demonstration of the entire song with the backing track; this is there to help you bridge the gap between the isolated learning of different sections of the song. 

Overdubs: In this part of the song lesson, Mike will be showing you the chords that are played on the second guitar. 

Solo: With this section, you will be learning how to play the epic solo, which comes in between this song and makes it more memorable and a bit more complex to play. 

Improvisation: As the song is in the key of Em, Mike has used the same key to provide you a glimpse of improvisation, which you can do in this song to make it sound fuller. 

Why Learn Zaroorat Song On Guitar?

As you learn this song, you will be adding emotional depth to your song catalog. It’s a perfect mix of richness and Bollywood flair. Zaroorat has a heartfelt guitar part, which makes it possible for you to express your emotions with guitar strings. It’s a song that requires both techniques and a little bit of feel as well. 

Furthermore, the song uses open chords, barre chords, and melodic riffs in solo sections, which results in Zaroorat being a song well accustomed to both acoustic and electric guitar. 

Introduction:

Dildara is a song that was based on Ben E. King’s legendary track Stand By Me but with the inclusion of a Bollywood twist, making it the best of both worlds. Sony Music officially acquired the rights for the song Stand By Me to use in this song’s composition. 

Fun Fact: Dildara is one of the rare Bollywood songs that legally samples an international hit. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson:

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: With the use of arpeggios, you can make the song more emotional and soft for the ears. 

Let’s use string numbers for clarity:

6 (low E) → 5 → 4 → 3 → 2 → 1 (high E)

For most of these chords, focus on strings 5 to 1 since root notes for C, Am, and F are on the 5th string.

Strumming Pattern 

You need to understand that the groove of the song is pretty mellow making the chords produce sound beautifully. Also, the strumming pattern it follows is quite a standard one which you can use in most of the Bollywood songs. D - DU - UDU. 

• D = Down Strum 
• U = Up Strum 

Song Structure:

Chords, Rhythm, and Rhythm: For this guitar lesson, your guitar instructor is going to be Will MacMorran; first, he will showcase how to tune your guitar for the song; on the other hand, he will show you why you should be using a capo on 2nd fret. 

Why Learn this Song?

Learning a Dildara song on guitar is pretty simple; it follows classic chords, making it a perfect choice for beginners who are just about to embark on a guitar learning journey. In addition to this, as you play this song, you will learn how to smoothly transition between various chords and develop rhythm along with strumming skills. 

FAQs-Dildara Song Guitar Lesson:

Q1. Was Ra One Hit?

Ans. The budget of the film was around 150 crore rupees, and it was able to make 207 crore worldwide, making it a commercial success. 

Q2. Who was the main villain of the movie Ra One? 

Ans. Ra One was the name of the main villain; the character was portrayed by Arjum Rampal, and the villain was a modern avatar of the mythological figure Raavan. 

Q3. What was the name of the kid in the movie Ra One? 

Ans. In the movie, the name of the kid is Prateek Subramanium, and the role is played by Armaan Verma. 

Q4. Will there ever be Ra One 2? 

Ans. Anubhav Singh, in an interview, said that there will be a Ra One sequel coming in years to come.

Dil Kya Kare is from the 1975 film Julie is a hit song that, over the years, has fallen into the category of classic love songs. The song was composed by Rajesh Roshan, and the legendary Kishore Kumar gave the vocals. 

Fun Fact: The song Dil Kya Kare was recorded in one take by Kishore Kumar, the infusions of so much emotion in his voice during the first take of the recording that the entire team decided not to for another session, which is a rare occurrence in the film music industry 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction of the guitar lesson Dil Kya Kare by J.J. Pattishall describes the technicalities of the song. In addition to this, your guitar instructor gives you an overview of the things you are about to learn in the coming sections. 

Chords and Rhythm: In this part, you will be learning how to play the different chords that are part of this song, and after that, J.J. will share his insights on the rhythm technique that you have to follow. 

Verse, Prechorus and Chorus: In this section, J.J. has divided the song into three primary sections, starting with the verse, then comes pre chorus and finally chorus. Your guitar instructor will show you where and how to play the chords on the guitar, which you have just learned in the above section. 

Licks, Interlude, and Bridge: Right here, you will learn the chords required to play the instrumental section present in the song. 

Song Demo: This is the final part of the guitar lesson where J.J. Pattishall will play the guitar chords with the backing track to show you how to sync up your guitar play with that of the vocals present in the song. 

Why Learn Dil Kya Kare Song?

Learning this song on guitar is not only musically enriching, but it is emotionally rewarding as well. With this song, you will be able to comprehend the masterclass in melody that used to be part of old Bollywood songs. In addition to this, it will help you get the essence of Indian compositions, which can give you an advantage in terms of adding variety to your guitar playing style. 

FAQS – Dil Kya Kare Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What should be the mood and the playing style for the song Dil Kya Kare from the movie Julie? 

Ans. This is a romantic song combined with a love ballad, so it is required that you keep the tempo slow to create a melancholic and yet soothing tone. 

Q2. Is the song Dil Kya Kare suitable for beginners? 

Ans. Yes, in order to play this, you need to learn basic open chords, and when you are playing it on guitar, the pace of the song is slow, making it easier for newcomers to practice and learn. 

Q3. Can I sing this song as I play it on my guitar? 

Ans. Yes, you can, both the rhythm and the chord progression are singer-friendly, especially when you are playing solo. 

In this video lesson J.J. Pattishall teaches how to play the song Tujhko Jo Paaya as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Rhythm, Intro Piece, Song Arrangement and Song Demo. 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 Ilahi 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!

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

Aasai Oru Pulveli was a standout song from the movie Attakathi, a Tamil film that was released back in 2012. Santhosh Narayanan did the composition of the song; with this track, Santhosh tried to capture the essence of innocence, which is present in youthful love. 

As the movie was released, this song became a cult favorite among modern Tamil music fans. The title of the song translates to My Desire Is Like A Blade Of Grass, which is there to depict the fragility of falling in love with someone for the very first time. 

Furthermore, this song marked a turning point in the life of composer Santhosh Narayanan, he used analog recording techniques in order to recreate nostalgic and retro vibes of the 80s. He even chose vintage synth sounds and layered vocals to give this song its dreamy texture, which makes it stand out in the sea of digital-heavy soundtracks. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction for this guitar lesson starts with J.J. Pattishall played the key chords for the song. In addition to this, J.J. will be your guitar instructor as well, so before proceeding any further, he will tell you how to tune up the guitar for this song. You will be playing the guitar parts as close to the original tune which was part of the recording. 

Song Arrangement - Part 1 (Intro Piece): J.J. talks about how the tuning changes up the tonality of the strings and gives you a sound that you can experiment with according to your requirements. Also, you have to use a capo on the 2nd fret for this song, 

Song Arrangement - Part 2: This part of the song lesson shows you how to play the chords for the extended chorus part of the song. 

Rhythm: Here, you will learn about the rhythm that you need to follow in this song; your guitar instructor divides the rhythm section into two parts: the first one is the chorus rhythm, and the second is the verse rhythm. 

Song Demo: This is the final part, where J.J. shows you how to play the guitar parts of the song with the backing track. 

Why Learn Aasai Oru Pulveli Song From Attakathi?

It is a beautifully composed song that is a blend of modern melodies and does hold a nostalgic retro feel to it as well. The song features simple and flowing chord changes that are pretty easy to grasp, making them great for practice. It helps in improving your timing, transitions and rhythm. 

Furthermore, you can experiment with gentle fingerpicking or mellow strumming, as the song lets you do both things, giving you space to showcase your versatility. It has a laid-back tempo, and the melody urges you to sing along, thus making it a fun song to perform solo with vocals and guitar in a live performance setup.  

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Neele Neele Ambar Par as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Chords, Intro Licks and Overdub Parts, Chorus - Chords and Rhythm, Verse - Chords and Rhythm, Guitar Solo, Synth Solo, and Outro - Chords and Rhythm, Backing Track, Solo 1, Solo 2 and Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

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