By Mukesh
Introduction:
“Dost Dost Na Raha,” sung by the legendary Mukesh, is a poignant song that delves into the deep pain of betrayal by a close friend. The simple yet effective chord progression reflects the song’s melancholic mood.
Guitar Chords for Dost Dost Na Raha:
This arrangement primarily uses Dm (D minor), A# (A-sharp major), D (D major), G (G major), F (F major), and C (C major). The combination of minor and major chords effectively captures the song’s emotional complexity.
(Verse 1)
[Dm] Dost [A#] dost [Dm] naa raha
[A] Pyaar pyaar [Dm] naa raha
[D] Zindagi [G] hamen tera
[A] Aitabaar [Dm] na raha,
[A] aitabaar [Dm] na raha
(Verse 2)
[Dm] Amaanaten main [A] pyaar [Dm] ki
[Dm] Gaya tha jis ko [A] saunp [Dm] kar
Wo [F] mere dost [Dm] tum hi the
[Dm] Tum hi to the
[Dm] Jo zindagi ki [A] raah [Dm] men
[Dm] Bane the mere [A] hum [Dm] safar
Wo [F] mere dost [Dm] tum hi the
[F] Tum hi to [C] thhe
[Dm] Saare [A#] bhed [Dm] khul gaye
[A] Raazadaar [Dm] na raha
[D] Zindagi [G] hamen tera
[A] Aitabaar [Dm] na raha,
[A] aitabaar [Dm] na raha
(Verse 3)
[Dm] Gale lagi [A] sahan sahan
[Dm] Bhare gale se [A] bol ke
Wo [C] tum na thi to [Dm] kaun thaa
[Dm] Tum hi to thi
[Dm] Safar ke vaqt [A] men palak pe
[Dm] Motiyon ko [A] tolati
Wo [F] tum na thi to [Dm] kaun thaa
[F] Tum hi to [C] thhi
[Dm] Nashe ki raat dhal gayi
[A] Ab khumaar na [Dm] raha
[D] Zindagi [G] hamen tera
[A] Aitabaar [Dm] na raha,
[A] aitabaar [Dm] na raha
(Verse 4)
[Dm] Wafa ke leke [A] naam [Dm] tu
[Dm] Dhadak rahe the [A] har [Dm] ghadi
Wo [C] mere nek [Dm] nek din
[Dm] tumhi to ho
[Dm] Jo muskura ke [A] rah [Dm] gaye
[Dm] Zahar ki zab [A] sui [Dm] gadi
Wo [F] mere nek [Dm] nek din
[F] tumhi to [C] ho
[Dm] Ab [A#] kisika [Dm] mere bin
[A] intezar na [Dm] raha
[D] Zindagi [G] hamen tera
[A] Aitabaar [Dm] na raha,
[A] aitabaar [Dm] na raha
Tips for Playing Dost Dost Na Raha on Guitar:
- Chord Changes: Practice smooth transitions between the chords. Focus on clean changes to maintain a consistent flow.
- Strumming Patterns: Experiment with different strumming patterns to add variety and nuance. A simple down-down-up-down pattern can work well.
- Tempo: Maintain a steady tempo to avoid disrupting the song’s melancholic mood.
- Emphasis: Pay attention to the lyrics and emphasize certain words or phrases to enhance the emotional impact.
Conclusion:
“Dost Dost Na Raha” is a powerful song that provides an opportunity to showcase expressive guitar playing. The song’s relatively simple chord structure belies its emotional depth, making it a rewarding experience for both the performer and the listener.
