By Arijit Singh
Introduction:
“Dil Roye Jaaye,” beautifully sung by Arijit Singh, is a poignant melody expressing the profound sorrow of separation and loss. The song’s melancholic tone is well-reflected in its chord progression. While the chords might seem complex at first glance, with practice, they become manageable and allow for a very expressive performance.
Guitar Chords for Dil Roye Jaaye:
This arrangement features Db (D-flat major), D#m (D-sharp minor), A#m (A-sharp minor), G# (G-sharp major), Gb (G-flat major), and Fm (F minor). The use of sharps and flats creates a unique and slightly somber feel. It is recommended to use a capo on the 2nd fret for easier fingering, transposing the chords down two semitones.
(Verse 1)
Mere [Db] hisse mein tu nahi [D#m] hai
Yeh bhi [A#m] jaanu kyon nahi [G#] hai
[Db] Itna hi bas mujhko [Gb] pata hai
Main tera [A#m] galat, tu mera sahi [G#] hai
Tere bin [A#m] yeh gham hai
Kuchh [Gb] saansein kam hain
Ke [D#m] tujhko paane se zyada
Khoyi [G#] khoyi jaye
Dil [Db] royi jaye, royi jaye, royi [Gb] jaye
[D#m] Aankhon ke [G#] kinare [Db] baitha royi jaye
Dil royi [Db] jaye, royi jaye, royi [Gb] jaye
[D#m] Yaadon ke [G#] sahare baitha royi [Db] jaye
(Verse 2)
[A#m] Tere bina zindagi to hai [Gb] par
[G#] Jeene se aitraaz [Db] hai
[Db] Maane huye hain do dil lekin
[Gb] Takdeer [D#m] rein naraaz [Fm] hain
Kehta [A#m] hai kahaani
Ishq [Gb] ka yeh paani
Sab [D#m] doobe saahil pe lekin
Koyi koyi [G#] aaye
Dil [Db] royi jaye, royi jaye, royi [Gb] jaye
[D#m] Aankhon ke [G#] kinare [Db] baitha royi jaye
Dil royi [Db] jaye, royi jaye, royi [Gb] jaye
[D#m] Yaadon ke [G#] sahare baitha royi [Db] jaye
(Verse 3)
Tu [A#m] nahi humkadam toh raaste [G#] bure
[Gb] Tu nahi to nind bhi [G#] aankhon se hai [Db] pare
[A#m] Khamakha hi pad gayin darare khwab [G#] mein
[Gb] Tere bin tanhaai si [G#] dhadkano mein chaley
Tere [A#m] bin yeh gham hai
Kuchh [Gb] saansein kam hain
Ki [D#m] tujhko paane se zyada [G#] khoyi khoyi jaye
Dil [Db] royi jaye, royi jaye, royi [Gb] jaye
[D#m] Aankhon ke [G#] kinare [Db] baitha royi jaye
Dil royi [Db] jaye, royi jaye, royi [Gb] jaye
[D#m] Yaadon ke [G#] sahare baitha royi [Db] jaye
Tips for Playing Dil Roye Jaaye on Guitar:
- Capo: Using a capo on the second fret will significantly simplify the chord shapes, making it much easier to play.
- Arpeggios: Try playing the chords as arpeggios (breaking the chords into individual notes played sequentially) to add a more delicate and expressive feel.
- Dynamics: Vary your strumming intensity and volume to express the changing emotions throughout the song. Subtle dynamics bring out the nuances of the lyrics.
- Practice: These chords require a bit of practice to master, due to some less-common chord shapes. Take your time and practice slowly and methodically.
Conclusion:
“Dil Roye Jaaye” presents a challenge, but the reward of expressing this melancholy beauty on guitar is well worth it. The song allows for a deeply emotive performance, emphasizing the singer’s heartbreak and the enduring power of memory.
