By Atif Aslam and Sachin–Jigar
Introduction:
“Jeena Jeena,” sung by Atif Aslam and composed by Sachin-Jigar, is a romantic ballad that beautifully encapsulates the transformative power of love. The lyrics eloquently describe the joy and newfound purpose discovered after encountering true love. The song’s melancholic yet uplifting melody perfectly complements the emotional arc expressed within the lyrics.
Guitar Chords for Jeena Jeena:
This arrangement uses F major (F), B♭ major (Bb), A minor (Am), D minor (Dm), G minor (Gm), and C major (C).
(Intro)
[F] [Bb] [Am] [Dm] [Am] [Bb] [C]
[F] [Gm] [Dm]
Hmm hmm hmm hmm …
[Am] [Bb] [C]
Hmm hmm hmm hmm …
[F] [Bb] [Bb] [Dm]
Hmm hmm Hmm hmm
[Bb] [F]
Hmm hmm Hmm hmm
(Verse 1)
[F] [Dm] [Am] [Bb] [C]
Dehleez pe mere dil ki jo rakhe hain tune kadam
[Dm] [Am] [Gm] [C]
Tere naam pe meri zindagi, likh di mere humdum
[F] [Dm]
Haan seekha maine jeena jeena kaise jeena
[F] [Bb] [C]
Haan seekha maine jeena mere humdum
[F] [Gm] [Dm]
Na seekha kabhi jeena jeena, kaise jeena
[F] [Bb] [C]
Na seekha jeena tere bina hum dum
(Instrumental)
[Dm] [Bb] [C] [Dm] [Am]
[F] [Gm] [C]
(Verse 2)
[F] [Dm] [F] [C] [Dm]
Sacchi si hai yeh tareefein, dil se jo maine kari hain
[F] [Dm] [F] [C]
Sacchi si hai yeh tareefein, dil se jo maine kari hain
[Dm] [Am] [Gm] [C]
Jo tu mila toh saji hai, duniya meri humdum
[Dm] [Am]
Ho aasmaan mila zameen ko meri
[Bb] [C]
Aadhe-aadhe poore hain hum
[Dm] [Am] [Gm] [C]
Tere naam pe meri zindagi, likh di mere humdum
[F] [Dm]
Haan seekha maine jeena jeena kaise jeena
[F] [Bb] [C]
Haan seekha maine jeena mere humdum
[F] [Gm] [Dm]
Na seekha kabhi jeena jeena, kaise jeena
[F] [Bb] [C]
Na seekha jeena tere bina hum dum
(Outro)
[F] [Bb] [Bb] [Dm]
Hmm hmm Hmm hmm
[Bb] [F]
Hmm hmm Hmm hmm
Tips for Playing Jeena Jeena on Guitar:
Chord Changes: Practice smooth transitions between the chords. Pay attention to the minor chords (Am, Dm, Gm) and ensure clean changes to maintain the song’s melodic flow.
Strumming Pattern: A simple downstroke pattern works well, especially for the verses. However, consider experimenting with variations in the chorus to add emphasis and dynamic interest.
Tempo: Maintain a moderate tempo that allows expression and doesn’t rush the song’s emotional progression. Allow the song to breathe and the feeling to develop naturally.
Dynamics: Utilize dynamics to enhance the emotional impact. Subtle changes in intensity can significantly enrich and enhance the performance. The intro and outro can be played a little softer than the verses, while the chorus can be slightly louder and more forceful.
Conclusion:
“Jeena Jeena” is a powerful ballad of love’s transformative power. By mastering the chords and creating expressive strumming patterns, you can completely capture the song’s emotional impact and create a memorable performance.
