By Kishore Kumar
Introduction:
Kishore Kumar’s “Mere Naina” is a soulful song expressing a lingering sense of longing and unfulfilled desire. The song utilizes a relatively simple chord progression, making it accessible to guitarists of varying levels.
Guitar Chords for Mere Naina:
This arrangement focuses on Bm (B minor), B (B major), F# (F sharp major), E (E major), and G (G major).
(Verse 1)
[Bm] Mere nainaa saawan [B] bhaadon
[B] Phir bhi meraa maan [Bm] pyasa
[Bm] Phir bhi meraa maan [Bm] pyasa
[Bm] Mere nainaa saawan [B] bhaadon
[B] Phir bhi meraa maan [F#] pyasa
[F#] Phir bhi meraa maan [Bm] pyasa
(Verse 2)
[Bm] Ai dil [F#] deewa [Bm] ne,
[Bm] khel hai [E] kyaa [Bm] jaane
[Bm] Dard bhara ye [Bm] geet kaha se
[Bm] In honthon pe [G] aaye-ee
[B] Door kahin le j [Bm] aaye.
[Bm] Bhul gaya kya bhul ke [B] bhi hai
[Bm] Mujhko yaad za [F#] raa saa,
[F#] Phir bhi meraa maan [Bm] pyasa
(Verse 3)
[Bm] Baat pu [F#] raani [Bm] hai
[Bm] ek ka [E] haani [Bm] hai.
[Bm] Ab sochu tumhe [Bm] yaad nahi hai
[Bm] Ab sochoon nahin [G] bhoole-ee,
[B] wo saawan ke [Bm] jhoolay.
[Bm] Rut aaye, rut jaaye [F#] deke,
[Bm] jhoothaa ek [F#] dilasaa,
[F#] Phir bhi meraa maan [Bm] pyasa
(Verse 4)
[Bm] Barson [F#] beet [Bm] gaye,
[Bm] hamko [E] mile [Bm] bichde.
[Bm] Bijuri bankar [Bm] gagan pe chamki
[Bm] Beete samay ki [G] rekhaa-aa,
[B] main ne tum ko [Bm] dekhaa.
[Bm] Maan sang aankhmichauli [F#] khele
[Bm] Aasha aur [F#] nirasha,
[F#] Phir bhi meraa maan [Bm] pyasa
Tips for Playing Mere Naina on Guitar:
Chord Changes: Practice smooth transitions between the chords, particularly the movement between Bm, B, F#, and E. Consistent practice will improve fluidity.
Strumming Pattern: Use a strumming pattern that reflects the melancholic mood of the song. A gentle, flowing style is recommended.
Emphasis: Use variations in strumming dynamics to emphasize certain words or phrases, thereby enhancing the emotional impact of the song.
Conclusion:
“Mere Naina” is a melancholic yet accessible song to play on the guitar. The relatively simple chord progression allows for focusing on conveying the song’s emotional depth through nuanced performance.
