By Ajay-Atul and Roopkumar Rathod
Introduction:
“O Saiyyan,” composed by Ajay-Atul and sung by the soulful Roopkumar Rathod, is a beautiful melody that captures the blossoming of love and the joy it brings. The song uses a relatively simple chord progression, making it accessible for intermediate-level guitarists.
Guitar Chords for O Saiyyan:
This arrangement primarily utilizes C (C major), Gm (G minor), F (F major), A# (A sharp major), G# (G sharp major), and Fm (F minor). The incorporation of minor chords adds depth to the song.
(Verse 1)
[C]
Meri adhoori kahaani
[Gm] [F] [C]
Lo daastaan bann gayi
[C]
Ho Tune chhuaa aaj aise
[Gm] [F] [C]
Main kya se kya ban gayi
[F]
Sehme huey sapne mere haule-haule
[A#] [F] [C]
angdaiyaan le rahe
[F]
Thehre huey lamhe mere nayi-nayi
[A#] [F] [C]
gehraiyaan le rahe
[C]
Zindagi ne pehni hai muskaan
[C]
Karne lagi hai
[F] [C]
itna karam kyun na jaane
[C]
Karvat lene lage hai armaan phir bhi
[F] [G#] [C]
hai Aankh num kyun naa jaane O Saiyyan…
(Verse 2)
[C]
Odhu teri kaaya Solah
[G#] [Fm] [C]
sigaar main saja loon
[C]
Sangam ki ye raina isme
[G#] [Fm] [C]
tyonhar main mana loon
[C] [A#]
Khushboo teri choo ke
[Fm] [C]
kastoori main ho jaaun
[C] [A#]
Kitni pheeki thi main
[Fm] [C]
sindoori main ho jaaun
[F]
Sur se zara behki huyi meri
[A#] [F] [C]
duniya thi badi be-suri
[F]
Sur mein tere dhalne lagi Bani re
[A#] [F] [C]
piya main bani baansuri
[C]
Zindagi ne pehni hai muskaan
[C]
Karne lagi hai
[F] [C]
itna karam kyun na jaane
[C]
Karvat lene lage hai armaan phir bhi
[F] [G#] [C]
hai Aankh num kyun naa jaane O Saiyyan…
Tips for Playing O Saiyyan on Guitar:
- Chord Changes: Practice smooth transitions between the chords, especially the changes between major and minor chords (C to Gm, F to A#). Focus on ensuring a fluid rhythmic flow between chord changes.
- Strumming Pattern: Experiment with different strumming patterns to find one that best complements the rhythm and mood of the song. A consistent and relatively straightforward pattern will work well. Consider light strumming to reflect the gentle nature of the song’s romantic emotions.
- Dynamics: Vary the intensity of your strumming to add emotional depth and highlight certain phrases within the song.
Conclusion:
“O Saiyyan” is a melodious song with a comparatively simple chord structure that is exceptionally well-suited for beginner to intermediate guitarists. Its lyrical beauty combined with its manageable chords allows for delightful practice and performance.
