By Arijit Singh
Introduction:
“Main Dhoondne Ko,” sung by Arijit Singh, is a deeply moving ballad about the search for love and the painful realization that what one sought was perhaps an illusion. The lyrics express the singer’s journey of searching, the initial joy, and the eventual heartbreak of betrayal. The melody is both haunting and reflective, perfectly capturing the song’s melancholic mood.
Guitar Chords for Main Dhoondne Ko:
This arrangement uses Dm (D minor), C major (C), A# major (A#), and sometimes a slightly altered C chord (C).
(Verse 1)
[Dm] … [C] … [A#] … [C]
[Dm] … [C] … [A#] … [C]
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko [C] zamaane mein
Jab [A#] wafa nikla… [C]
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko [C] zamaane mein
Jab [A#] wafa nikla… [C]
(Verse 2)
Pata [Dm] chala ke galat [C] leke
Main [A#] pata nikla… [C]
Pata [Dm] chala ke galat [C] leke
Main [A#] pata nikla… [C]
(Verse 3)
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko [C] zamaane mein
Jab [A#] wafa nikla… [C]
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko [C] zamaane mein
Jab [A#] wafa nikla… [C]
[Dm] … [C] … [A#] … [C]
[Dm] … [C] … [A#] … [C]
(Verse 4)
Jiske [Dm] aane se [C] mukammal
Ho [A#] gayi thi [C] zindagi
[Dm] Dastakein khushiyon ne [C] di thi
Mit [A#] gayi thi har [C] kami
(Verse 5)
Kyun [Dm] bewajah di yeh [C] saza
Kyun khwaab [A#] de ke woh le [C] gaya
Jiyen jo [Dm] hum lage [C] sitam
Azaab [A#] aise woh de [C] gaya
(Verse 6)
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko uske [C] dil mein
Jo [A#] khuda nikla… [C]
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko uske [C] dil mein
Jo [A#] khuda nikla… [C]
(Verse 7)
Pata [Dm] chala ke galat [C] leke
Main [A#] pata nikla… [C]
Pata [Dm] chala ke galat [C] leke
Main [A#] pata nikla… [C]
(Verse 8)
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko [C] zamaane mein
Jab [A#] wafa nikla… [C]
Main [Dm] dhoondne ko [C] zamaane mein
Jab [A#] wafa nikla… [C]
[Dm] … [C] … [A#] … [C]
(Verse 9)
[Dm] Dhoondta tha ek [C] pal mein
Dil [A#] jise yeh sau [Dm] dafa
Hai [Dm] suhana raaz [C] us din
Roothi [A#] shaamein din [Dm] khafa
(Verse 10)
Woh aayein [Dm] na, le jaayein [C] na
Haan uski [A#] yaadein jo [C] yahaan
Na [Dm] raasta, na kuchh [C] pata
Main usko [A#] dhoondhunga ab [C] kahaan
Tips for Playing Main Dhoondne Ko on Guitar:
Chord Changes: The song relies on a simple but effective chord progression. However, ensure smooth transitions between the chords to maintain a flowing and melancholic feel. The emotional impact depends heavily on the timing and precision of these transitions.
Strumming Pattern: A simple downstroke pattern works well, but feel free to experiment with light variations in the strumming to accentuate different parts of the lyrics.
Tempo: A steady, moderate tempo that is not too fast or slow will enhance the mood of the song.
Dynamics: Use dynamics subtly to convey the emotional shifts within the song; from the initial hopefulness to the final despair.
Conclusion:
“Main Dhoondne Ko” is a song that resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of unrequited love or the loss of trust. By focusing on clean chord changes, a simple yet expressive strumming pattern, and subtle dynamics, you can create a beautiful and captivating performance.
