By Atif Aslam and Manoj Bajpayee
Introduction:
“O Saathi,” sung by Atif Aslam and featuring Manoj Bajpayee, is a poignant ballad that captures the intense longing and despair of separation. The lyrics poignantly express the singer’s profound emotional dependence on their beloved, highlighting the emptiness left by their absence. The song’s melancholic melody and evocative lyrics perfectly convey the depth of the singer’s emotional turmoil.
Guitar Chords for O Saathi:
This arrangement uses G major (G), D major (D), C major (C), E minor (Em), B minor (Bm).
(Intro)
[G] [D] [C] [Em] [D]
Hmm hmm..hmm hmm……
[G] [D] [C] [Em] [D]
Hmm hmm..hmm. hmm…..
[G] [D] [C] [Em] [D]
Hohoo.. ooooooooooo
(Verse 1)
[G] [Em]
Allah mujhe dard ke kabil bana diya
[C] [Em] [D]
Tufaan ko hi kashti ka saahil bana diya
[G] [Em]
Bechainiyan samet ke saare jaahaan ki
[C] [Em] [D]
Jab kuch na bann saka to mera dil bana diya
(Chorus)
[G] [D] [Em] [D]
O saathi.. Tere bina haa
[Bm] [Em] [D]
Raahi ka raah dikhe na..
[G] [D] [Em] [D]
O saathi.. Tere bina.. haa
[Bm] [Em] [D]
Saahil… dhuwaa dhuwaa..
(Interlude)
[G] [D] [C] [Em] [D]
Hmm hmm..hmm hmm……
(Verse 2)
[G] [D]
Aakhein moonde to Jaane kise dhoondhe ?
[D] [C] [G]
Ki soya jaaye na Ki soya jaaye na..
[G] [D]
Kise dhoondhe ? Ye khwahishown ki boondein
[D] [C] [G]
Ki soya jaaye na Ki soya jaaye na,
[Em] [C]
Maano nindiya piroya jaaye na
[Em] [D]
Maano nindiya piroya jaaye na…
(Verse 3)
[G] [Em]
Allah mujhe dard ke kabil bana diya
[C] [Em] [D]
Tufaan ko hi kashti ka saahil bana diya
[G] [Em]
Bechainiyan samet ke saare jaahaan ki
[C] [Em] [D]
Jab kuch na bann saka to mera dil bana diya
(Chorus)
[G] [D] [Em] [D]
O saathi.. Tere bina haa
[Bm] [Em] [D]
Raahi ka raah dikhe na..
[G] [D] [Em] [D]
O saathi.. Tere bina.. haa
[Bm] [Em] [D]
Saahil… dhuwaa dhuwaa..
Tips for Playing O Saathi on Guitar:
- Chord Changes: Focus on smooth transitions between the chords, especially the changes within the chorus. Practice these changes slowly and deliberately until you can execute them fluidly.
- Strumming Pattern: A simple downstroke pattern works well, but feel free to add some variation or emphasis during certain parts of the song to add emotional nuance.
- Tempo: Maintain a relatively slow tempo to reflect the song’s melancholic mood. A slower tempo allows for a more impactful delivery of the lyrics.
- Dynamics: While the song is generally soft, consider using dynamic shifts (softer verses, slightly stronger chorus) to emphasize certain emotions effectively.
Conclusion:
“O Saathi” is a powerful expression of emotional pain and longing. By mastering the chords and using simple strumming with a focus on the emotional delivery, you can convey the profound sadness and yearning at the heart of the song.
