By Ravindra Upadhyay and Sona Mohapatra
Introduction:
Ravindra Upadhyay and Sona Mohapatra’s “Jiya Lagena” is a captivating song that expresses a deep, almost mystical connection. The chord progression uses a slightly more advanced structure, suitable for intermediate to advanced guitar players.
Guitar Chords for Jiya Lagena:
This arrangement uses E, BM7 (B major 7th), F#sus4 (F# suspended 4th), B, B7, C#m (C# minor), F#7 (F# major 7th), E/G# (E major with G# in the bass), and F#m (F# minor).
(Verse 1)
[E] Mann [BM7] tera jo [F#sus4] rog [B] hai
Mo [E] he samajh naa [B] aaye
Paas hai [E] jo sab [B] chhod.. [B7] ke… [B]
Door ko [E] paas bu [B] laaye
(Chorus)
[B] Jiya lage [C#m] na tum bin [F#7] mora
Jiya lage [C#m] na [E/G#] tum bin [F#7] mora
Jiya lage [C#m] na tum bin [F#7] mora
Jiya lage [C#m] na [E/G#] tum bin [F#7] mora
(Verse 2)
[BM7] Kya jaane kyun hai
[E] Kya jaane [B] kaisi [E] andekhi si [B] dor
(Verse 3)
[F#m] Jo khench [C#m] ti hai, [F#m] jo le cha [B] li hai
[F#m] Jo khench [C#m] ti hai, [F#m] jo le cha [B] li hai
[E] Ab yun mujhe [B] teri [F#] ore
Tips for Playing Jiya Lagena on Guitar:
- Chord Shapes: Familiarize yourself with the shapes of the 7th chords (BM7, F#7) and the suspended chord (F#sus4). Practice switching smoothly between them.
- Chord Voicings: Experiment with different voicings for some chords to find ones that sound best in the context of the song. The E/G# chord adds a distinctive color.
- Rhythm and Timing: This song has a subtly rhythmic quality. Pay close attention to note durations and the overall feel.
Conclusion:
“Jiya Lagena” presents a more challenging but ultimately rewarding experience for intermediate to advanced players. Mastering the chords and voicings will lead to a satisfying rendition.
