By Kavita Krishnamurthy and Shaan
Introduction:
“Paighaam Laaya Saawan,” sung by Kavita Krishnamurthy and Shaan, is a beautiful monsoon song that captures the romance and longing associated with the rainy season. The chord progression uses a combination of minor and major chords, creating a melancholic yet hopeful atmosphere.
Guitar Chords for Paighaam Laaya Saawan:
This arrangement uses D#m (D sharp minor), C# (C sharp major), A#m (A sharp minor), B (B major), and F# (F sharp major). The use of sharp chords adds a unique flavor to the song, but with a little practice, this song is suitable for intermediate players.
(Verse 1)
[D#m]
Paigam Laya Sawan
[D#m]
Daaman Se Bandh Jaaye Daaman
[C#]
Rimajhim Khushiyon Ki Barase
[A#m]
Ham Pe Barakha
[D#m]
Chanchal Hawa Ye Boli
[D#m]
Sajani Phir Teri Doli
[C#] [A#m]
Doli Phir Dole Jaise Dole Chanda
[D#m] [C#] [D#m]
Ji Karta Hai Pankh LagaKe Ud Jau Mai
[D#m] [C#] [D#m]
Neel Gagan Ko Badal Ban Ke Chu Jau Mai
[D#m] [A#m]
Ji Karta Hai Pankh Laga Ke Ud Jau Mai
[D#m]
Barakha Pawan Ye Boonden
[D#m]
Sabane Uda Di Neenden
[C#] [A#m]
Jaagi Aankhon Men Meri Jaaga Sapana
[D#m]
Manawa Mera Bhi Dole
[D#m]
Haule Haule Ye Bole
[C#] [A#m]
Begaani Duniya Men Hai Too Hi Apana
[D#m] [C#] [D#m]
Ji Karta Hai Pankh Laga Ke Ud Jau Mai
[D#m] [C#] [D#m]
Neel Gagan Ke Badal Tuzme Chhup Jau Mai
[D#m] [A#m]
Ji Karta Hai Pankh Laga Ke Ud Jau Mai
(Verse 2)
[B] [F#]
Sagar Kinare Kisi Parbat Ke Saaye Me
[C#] [A#m] [F#]
Dikhata Hai Ek Aashiyaan
[B] [F#]
Hai Jaan Jab Tak Mai Rahu Tere Dil Me Hi
[C#] [A#m] [F#]
Vahi Hai Mera Aashiyaan
[D#m] [A#m]
Maasoom Hain Baaten Aisi
[D#m] [A#m]
Phoolon Pe Ho Shabanam Jaisi
[D#m]
Main Khil Sa Gaya
[D#m] [A#m]
Mahak Utha Jag Saara
[D#m]
Ji Karta Hai…
(Verse 3)
[B]
Shaakhon Pe Jhoola Jhoolen
[F#]
Nai Naveli Ye Kaliyaan
[C#] [A#m] [F#]
Teri Baanhon Men Jhoolen Ham
[B]
Chaahat Ka Mausam Aaya
[F#]
Tanahaai Sang Laaya
[C#] [A#m] [F#]
Madahosh Hain Aaj Ham
[D#m] [A#m]
Madahoshi Ab Na Toote
[D#m] [A#m]
Daaman Ye Tera Na Chhoote
[D#m] [A#m]
Hai Sang Tera Rang Tera Mera Kya
[D#m]
Ji Karta Hai…
Tips for Playing Paighaam Laaya Saawan on Guitar:
- Sharp Chords: Practice the finger positions for the sharp chords (D#m, C#, A#m, F#) until you can smoothly transition between them.
- Minor Chords: Focus on achieving a clear and resonant sound when playing the minor chords (D#m, A#m).
- Strumming Patterns: Experiment with different strumming patterns to capture the mood of the song. Consider lighter strumming for softer sections and more forceful strumming for the more energetic parts.
Conclusion:
“Paighaam Laaya Saawan” is a beautiful song with a moderate level of difficulty on guitar, suiting intermediate players. The combination of minor and major chords adds depth to the emotional experience of playing and listening to the song.
