By Hariharan and Kavita Krishnamurthy
Introduction:
“Jhonka Hawa Ka,” sung by Hariharan and Kavita Krishnamurthy, is a beautiful song expressing the lingering memories and unspoken feelings of a past relationship. The song’s gentle melody perfectly complements its evocative lyrics.
Guitar Chords for Jhonka Hawa Ka:
This arrangement predominantly uses D (D major), A (A major), G (G major), E (E major), Bm (B minor), C# (C-sharp major), F#m (F-sharp minor), Bdim (B diminished), Dm (D minor), and G7 (G7 dominant). The mix of major and minor chords creates depth and reflects the song’s bittersweet tone.
(Verse 1)
[D] Jhonka Hawa Ka Aaj [A] Bhi,
[D] Julfein Udaata Hoga Na,
Tera Dupatta, Aaj Bhi Tere [D] Sar
Se [G] Sarakta Hoga [E] Naaaa… [A] aa,
[D] Baalon Mein Tere Aaj [A] Bhi,
[D] Phool Koi Sajta Hoga Na
(Verse 2)
[D] Thandi Hawayein
[A] Raaton Mein [E] Tujhko,
Thapkiyaan Deti Hongi [D] Na
Chaand Ki Thandak, Kwabon Mein [E]
Tujhko, Le Ke Toh Jaati Hogi [D] Na,
Sooraj Ki [A] Kirnen, Subah Ko
[E] Teri, Needien Udaati Hogi [A] Na [D]
Mere Khayalon Mein [A] Sanam,
[D] Khud Se hi Baatein Karti Hogi Na,
Main Dekhta [A] Hoon, Chup Chup Ke
[D] Tumko, Mehasoos [G] Karti Hogi
[E] Naaa… [A] aaa
(Verse 3)
[Bm] Kagaz Pe Meri, Tasveer Jaisi
[C#] Kuch Toh Banati Hogi [F#m] Na,
[D] Ulat Palat Ke, Dekh Ke [Bm]
Usko Jee Bhar Ke [F#] Hansti Hogi [D] [Bm] Na,
[Bm] Hanste Hanste Aankhen Tumhari,
Bhar Bhar [Bdim] Aati [Bm] Hongien Na,
Mujhko Dhakta Tha, [Dm] Dhoop
Mein Jis Se, Woh [G] Aanchal
Bhigoti Hogi [Bm] Na,
Saawan Ki Rimjhim [G] Mera
Taranna, Yaad Dilati Hogi Na,
[Bm] Ik Ik [Dm] Meri [Bm] Baatein
Tumko [G] Yaad Toh Aati Hongein [Bm] Na,
[G7] Yaad Toh Aati Hogi [Bm] Na,
[Bm] Yaad Toh Aati Hogi Na,
Kya Tum Mere In Sab Sawalon
Ka Kuch Toh Jawab Dogi Na
Tips for Playing Jhonka Hawa Ka on Guitar:
- Chord Changes: The song incorporates a number of chord changes. Practice smooth transitions, focusing on the flow between major and minor chords (e.g., D to Bm, A to F#m).
- Strumming: Use a gentle strumming pattern that matches the song’s tender and melancholic mood. Experiment with varying the intensity of your strums to accentuate the emotional nuances of the lyrics.
- Fingerpicking: Incorporating fingerpicking in sections might create a more intimate and reflective sound.
- Dynamics: Pay close attention to dynamics. A softer touch in quieter verses emphasizes the introspective nature of the lyrics, while a touch more intensity during the more expressive passages will further augment the emotional depth of your performance.
Conclusion:
“Jhonka Hawa Ka” presents a beautiful challenge for guitarists. While the chord progressions are relatively complex, mastering them will reward you with the ability to recreate the song’s enchanting melody.
