By Alisha Chinai, Mahalakshmi Iyer, and Sonu Nigam
Introduction:
“Aaj Ki Raat,” featuring the powerful vocals of Alisha Chinai, Mahalakshmi Iyer, and Sonu Nigam, is a captivating song that builds anticipation for a night of intense passion and romantic uncertainty. The lyrics create a mood of thrilling excitement, blending sensual imagery with a sense of playful mystery. The music’s rhythm perfectly complements this atmosphere, creating a palpable sense of energy and expectation.
Guitar Chords for Aaj Ki Raat:
This arrangement uses B major (B), G major (G), A major (A), F# minor 7th (F#m7), E major (E), D major (D), B major 7th (Bmaj7), A major 7th (Amaj7), and G major 7th (Gmaj7). The chords are relatively complex, so it would be beneficial to know 7th chords to play this effectively.
(Verse 1)
[B] [G]
shaam hai jaam hai aur hai nasha
[B] [A]
tan bhi hai mann bhi hai pighla huaan
[F#m7] [E] [D] [F#m7] [E] [D]
chhayi hai ranginiya phir bhi hai betaabiyan
[Bmaj7] [Amaj7]
kyun dhadakta hai dil, kyun yeh kehta hai dil
[Gmaj7] [B]
deewanon ko ab tak nahi hai yeh pata
(Chorus)
[B] [A] [E7]
aaj ki raat khona hai kya paana hai kya
[B]
khona hai kya
(Verse 2)
[F#m7] [B]
do ghadi mein yahaan jaane kya hoga
[F#m7] [B]
jo hamesha tha mera dil mera hoga
[E] [B]
kaun kiske dil mein hai faisala hoga
[Bmaj7] [Amaj7]
faisala hai yahi jeet hogi meri
[Gmaj7] [B]
deewaanon ab tak nahi hai yeh pata
(Chorus)
[B] [A] [E7]
aaj ki raat khona hai kya paana hai kya
[B]
khona hai kya
Tips for Playing Aaj Ki Raat on Guitar:
- Chord Changes: This song uses a more complex chord progression. Practice smooth transitions between the chords, emphasizing clean changes between the 7th chords which require a bit more finger dexterity. Breaking down the chord changes into smaller sections, practicing each change individually before moving on, can be a helpful approach.
- Strumming Pattern: A moderate strumming pattern works well, allowing for clarity of both the lyrics and the chord progression. Experiment with variations in rhythm to enhance certain phrases.
- Tempo: Maintain a moderate tempo that aligns with the song’s overall mood; neither too slow to lose the energy nor too fast to compromise clarity, ensuring both the musicality and the lyrics are fully expressed.
- Dynamics: Use dynamic variations in your strumming to emphasize the build-up of anticipation and the emotional intensity of the song.
Conclusion:
“Aaj Ki Raat” is a song that masterfully creates a sense of thrilling expectation. By focusing on precise chord changes and employing dynamic strumming, you can recreate the song’s captivating mood and successfully convey the song’s energy and anticipation.
