By Lata Mangeshkar
Introduction:
“Piya Bina Basiya,” sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar, is a poignant song expressing the emptiness and loneliness felt in the absence of a loved one. The song uses a relatively simple yet effective chord progression that captures the melancholic mood.
Guitar Chords for Piya Bina Basiya:
This arrangement uses G# (G sharp major), D# (D sharp major), and A# (A sharp major). The use of sharp chords gives the song a distinctive feel. While slightly challenging for beginners due to the sharps, it remains accessible to intermediate players.
(Verse 1)
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina piya bina basiya
Baaje [D#] na, baaje [A#] na, baaje [G#] na
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina piya bina basiya
(Verse 2)
[G#] Piya aise roo [C#] the
[G#] ke hothon se me [C#] re
[D#] sangeet roo [G#] tha
[G#] Kabhi jab main gaa [C#] un
[G#] Lage mere man [C#] ka
[D#] har geet jhoot [G#] ha
[G#] Aise bichhde ho..
[G#] Aise bichhde [D#] mose [G#] rasiya
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina piya bina basiya
Baaje [D#] na, baaje [A#] na, baaje [G#] na
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina piya bina basiya
(Verse 3)
[G#] Tumhari sada [C#] bin
[G#] nahi ek soo [C#] ni
[D#] mori nagari [G#] ya
[G#] Ke chup hai papee [C#] ha
[G#] mayur bol bhoo [C#] le
[D#] Ban me sanwari [G#] ya
[G#] Din hai soona aa..
[G#] Din hai soona [D#] sooni [G#] ratiyan
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina piya bina basiya
Baaje [D#] na, baaje [A#] na, baaje [G#] na
[G#] Piya bina!
[G#] Piya bina piya bina basiya
Tips for Playing Piya Bina Basiya on Guitar:
- Sharp Chords: Practice the finger positions for the sharp chords (G#, D#, A#, C#) thoroughly. Ensure clean transitions between them.
- Consistent Rhythm: Maintain a consistent and steady rhythm throughout. The song’s melancholic mood benefits from a controlled and even strumming pattern.
- Emotional Nuance: Pay close attention to the song’s emotional content and try to express that through your playing. Slight variations in volume and strumming can add a lot to the listener’s emotional experience.
Conclusion:
“Piya Bina Basiya” is a soulful song with a relatively manageable chord progression that’s well-suited for players at an intermediate level. Master the sharp chords, focus on smooth transitions, and the song’s emotional depth will translate beautifully to your playing.
