Easy Version

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Oh My Love as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Piano Section, Chords, Rhythm, and Song Arrangement, Song Demo, Intro and Final Solos and Easy Version. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Daaru Desi is a high-energy and lively song from the movie Cocktail, which was released in 2012. It’s a crowd favorite because of its catchy and easygoing beats. Pritam is the man behind composing songs for the movie Cocktail, and with this song, he tried to give a modern, pop-style beat with a traditional Bollywood touch. 

Fun Fact: When Benny Dayal and Shalmali Kholgade were recording this song, Pritam asked them to improvise and be casual with it. He wanted them to think of the recording session as a live performance where they are singing it in front of friends. 

Strumming Pattern 

The basic strumming pattern that you need to follow for the song is D D U U D U. 

To play this chord, it would be great if you keep the hand loose and relaxed to maintain the groovy nature of the song. 

• D = Down strum.
• U = Up Strum.

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction of the song is by Steve Luciano; he shares that to play this song, you must be able to use an iconic hook. After learning the iconic hook, the rest of the song is not that difficult to learn. 

Intro Riff: Here, you will find out how to play the intro lick which is of two measures; you will be playing only the first chord; the second chord is more of a bass note, and the same goes for the third and the fourth chord. 

Chords and Rhythm: In this part of the guitar lesson, you will be learning how to play the specific chords and rhythms that are required for the song. 

Song Demo: In this section, Steve is going to show you how to play the guitar parts of the song with the backing track. 

Daaru Desi (Easy Version): Here, Steve shows you how to play the Daaru Desi on guitar with easier chord progression. 

Why Learn Daaru Desi Song?

Daaru Desi is a song that uses simple open chords, which makes it easier for beginners to play it while still sounding impressive. This is a fun song which has a feel-good tune to it and it is instantly recognizable. As a result, when you play it for the audience you are surely going to set a positive vibe in the crowd. 

FAQs – Daaru Desi Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Who composed the song Daru Desi for the movie Cocktail? 

Ans. The composer of the song was Pritam Chakraborty, and the two singers were Benny Dayal and Shalmali Kholgade. 

Q2. What are some of the chords that you need to learn to play Daru Desi from Cocktail?

Ans. The basic chords are G, D, Em, and C. 

Q3. Is there a need to use Capo for the song Daru Desi from Cocktail? 

Ans. No capo is required to play this song for the standard tuning, and you will still be able to match up with the original feel of the song. 

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Tum Ho Toh as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords, and Rhythm. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Tere Mere Beech Mein is a song that has a strong sense of melody; it can also be used to practice chord transitions, and allows you to express emotions via guitar. If you are someone who performs, this one song is a must-have in the set list of your acoustic performance. Unlike most of the love songs that are part of Bollywood movies, Tere Mere Beech Mein is a bit different; the song does not idealise love; it shows the modern reality of relationships with a cheeky twist, which made its video more memorable.

Song Structure

Introduction: The introduction is from Mike Walker, who tells you how the song has a bit of a jazz feel to it. Along with this, he also tells how this song uses some really nice chords and licks, which are not easy to play but can be learned with practice.

Song Arrangement - Section A: The lesson is divided into different sections, this particular section starts at the beginning of the song and it continues till one minute, and even in this lick you will find little breaks present in it.

Song Arrangement - Sections B and C: In this part of the guitar lesson, you will find tunes and chords that keep on repeating themselves throughout the song. As a result, this section is quite literally the most important section to learn if you want to play this song on guitar.

Song Arrangement - Sections D, E, and F: The D section is only played once in the entire song, after which come E and F, which come at the end of the song.

Song Demo: In this part, you will find Mike playing the guitar parts of the song with the backing track to show you how you should be syncing up your guitar chords with those of the vocals and other instruments that are present in the song.

Overdub Licks: The overdub licks are basically the extra guitar chords that play on top of the main guitar. You can play a song without these, but adding them to your arsenal will help you become a better guitarist.

Easy Version: This particular section shows you how to play the easier version, which is specifically designed for those who are looking to sing and play the song altogether.

Why Learn Tere Mere Beech Mein Song?

The song uses both major and minor chords effectively; it is not easy to learn, but definitely worth a try even for beginners, as they will get to know about various technicalities of guitar playing. In addition to this, it’s a perfect song to practice lead melody on guitar or accompany a lead vocalist with lush chords.

In the modern history of Pakistan, Aadat from Jal became the most iconic track, which resonated pretty well with the South Asian audience. The song has Atif Aslman’s vocals, and Goher Mumtaz is the one playing the guitar. With its emotive melody and unforgettable guitar riffs, the song was able to strike a deep chord among the listeners. 

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction is from J.J. Pattishall, who will be your guitar instructor for this lesson. In this part of the song, he talks about how the song takes inspiration from the rock genre. There are a lot of things that you need to learn in order to play this song, which makes it a unique song to pick for a guitar lesson. 

Chords and Rhythm: At the beginning of this part, J.J. shows you the different chords you have to practice for this song. Once you get accompanied by the chords, you can move to the next section, which is the rhythm. For this song lesson, you need to have a capo, which should be placed on the 4th fret. 

Song Arrangement: Right here, you will be learning how to play the song using arpeggios and fingerpicking techniques that are required for this lesson. 

Solo: This part of the song comes at exactly 2:45 seconds into the song. To play the solo, you need to put a capo on the 4th fret. The solo section is broken down into small sections to show you how part of the solo is played. 

Song Demo: Finally this is the part where J.J. Pattishall will play the guitar with the backing track to show you how you need to sync up the guitar chords with vocals and with other instruments that are part of this song. 

FAQs – Aadat (Complete Version) Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Why should I learn the song Aadat from the band Jal? 

Ans. It is a classic south Asian rock song; it will help you in building both acoustic rhythm and electric lead playing. Also, it is one of the songs from Jal, the band, which is the crowd’s favorite. 

Q2. What is the structure of the complete song? 

Ans. Intro – Verse – Chorus – Verse – Chorus – Bridge – Guitar Solo – Final Chorus – Outro

Q3. Can I play this song on acoustic guitar? 

Ans. Absolutely. The unplugged version of Aadat is quite popular and sounds great on acoustic.

Q4. Do I have to use any special techniques in order to play this song? 

Ans. For this song, you need to have an understanding of 

• Palm muting
• Arpeggiated picking
• Distorted power chord riffs
• Simple lead guitar licks

Honey Singh is a man who can sing whatever he wants, and people are surely going to love his music. If you don’t believe this statement, then you need to check out Dheere Dheere Se's song from Honey Singh. 

It’s a completely different genre for Honey Singh, but he still nailed it and made the song popular. This romantic Bollywood number was repeated by TV channels and radio shows. The song retains the classic 90s charm while adding a smooth and contemporary vibe to the composition. 

We have made sure that this guitar song lesson is accessible for beginners; that’s why we have asked the guitar instructor to use basic chords and rhythms in this lesson. In addition to this, if you are an intermediate guitar player, you can experiment with chord embellishments or melodic fills to make the song sound more interesting and upbeat.  

Even though this song doesn’t fit in the overall aura of Honey Singh and his discography, still the song was able to cross 500 million views on YouTube, making it one of the most viewed Bollywood songs on the internet. 

Why Learn Dheere Dheere Se Mere Zindagi Song On Guitar?

Dheere Dheere is a soulful song that is perfect for beginners to learn on guitar. It sounds amazing when played on acoustic guitar, and you only need to practice open chords like G, Em, C, D, and others like them for this song. 

In addition to this, this particular Honey Singh song has a gentle melody, and the lyrics haven’t been changed a lot. As a result, if you are thinking about playing it live, it’s a perfect song to make people join your performance and sing their hearts out. 

Furthermore, it's a song that teaches you how to control your rhythm and have clean transitions between the chords, which is one of the essential skills that every guitarist needs to learn if they wish to be more than just a casual player. 

FAQs – Dheere Dheere Se Mere Zindagi Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What are some modal characteristics present in the song Dheere Dheere by Honey Singh?

Ans. The song follows Ionian mode, which is basically playing a major scale with the help of capo placement on the fret. With the Ionian mode, you get a bright, melodic, and uplifting feel to the song, even if the tempo of the song is slow and mellow. 

Q2. Can I use alternate tuning for the song Dheere Dheere by Honey Singh?

Ans. In all honesty, you don’t have to use alternate tuning for this song, but if you wish to, we would ask you to use Drop D tuning (D A D G B E); this will make the guitar give a much deeper and bassy response, but make sure you do adjust the chords shapes accordingly as they will be substantially changed.

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Chahun Main Ya Na as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Piece, Song Arrangement, Song Demo, Acoustic Overdubs, Slide Solo and Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Meethi Boliyan as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Song Arrangement, Song Demo, Intro Solo and Overdubs and Electric Overdubs. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Nakkaddwaley Disco Udhaarwaley Khisko as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Intro, Chord, and Rhythm. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Abhi Kuch Dino Se is a song that truly captures the feeling of being in love; with this song, you get to explore how one can share their emotions and feelings using guitar strums and dynamics. 

Fun Fact: This is a romantic song, but the movie Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji, 2011, for which the song belongs, is a quirky comedy and is pretty light-hearted as well. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: The basic chord progression for the verse is: 

G – D – Em – C. 

For the chords that are rooted on the 6th String (like G):

6 – 4 – 3 – 2

(Bass note → Middle → Higher strings)

For chords rooted on the 5th string (like C):

5 – 4 – 3 – 2

Strumming Pattern 

The strumming pattern which you need to follow for this song is: D-D-U-U-D-U. 

• D = Down Strum 
• U = Up Strum 

Song Structure 

Introduction: There are a couple of guitar parts in this song which Steve Luciano breaks in this guitar lesson one by one. He also shares his thoughts on how the guitar tune makes the song amazing.

Intro Lick: In this part of the song lesson, you will be learning how to play the intro lick, which comes at the beginning of the song. 

Verse 1 and Chorus: After the small intro lick, in this part of the guitar lesson, you will learn the chords used in the intro, verse 1 and the first chorus of the song. 

Verse 2 and Chorus: Here, Steve is first going to show you the chords you need to learn, and then he moves to the rhythm that you have to follow. 

Conclusion: In this conclusion section, Steve tells you the importance of learning and practicing the chords that are part of this song. 

Why Learn Abhi Kuch Dino Se By Pritam Song?

This is a go-to song for people who are performing in serendas, open mics, or having a casual jam session with their loved ones. You can use different strumming techniques to create a more fuller sound. On the other hand, with the use of arpeggios, you could be creating a softer and more melodic sound as well. 

FAQs – Abhi Kuch Dino Se By Pritam Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What is the theme of the song Abhi Kuch Dino Say? 

Ans. This song talks about the feeling of love, which makes life seem a bit more beautiful and positive. 

Q2. To play Abhi Kuch Dino Se by Pritam, do you require Capo? 

Ans. No capo is required to play this song, but if you want, you can use the capo on the 2nd fret to match the original pitch of the song. 

Q3. Is there a possibility that I can use arpeggios or fingerpicking techniques to play this song? 

Ans. You can use fingerpicking or simple arpeggios to play the intro and different verse sections of the song. 

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Te Amo (Dum Maaro Dum) as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Te Amo (Non Capo Version) and Te Amo (Capo Version). Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Pawan Jalan teaches how to play the song Jiyein Kyun as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Chords, Rhythm, and Backing Track. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Haal E Dil as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Intro, Chords, and Rhythm. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Pawan Jalan teaches how to play the song Hai Junoon as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords, and Rhythm. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Introduction:

Te Amo is a song which is full of emotion making it a perfect song to play acoustic guitar. As a result, when you play this song it helps you connect with the mood of love, longing and vulnerability. 

Fun Fact: Te Amo was the first love song which has the blend of Spanish and Hindi language in lyrics. 

Strumming Pattern 

The song is pretty laid back, so the strumming pattern for the reprised version is as follows: D - D U - U D U. 

• D = Down Strum.
• U = Up Strum.  

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction is from Steve Luciano, and in this part of the guitar lesson, you will get to know how to play the song exactly like the reprise version and what it takes to keep the tone perfectly matching that of the original reprise version. 

Intro Piece: In this part you will learn how to play the intro part of the song which is pretty guitar heavy. 

Verse 1, Chorus 1, & Intro 2: On this chapter of guitar lesson you will be finding out how to play the harmony of the song. The verse in the song comes three times in total and when a verse comes chords usually change. 

Verse 2 and Chorus 2: Here Steve will show you the chords you need to play for the 2nd verse and 2nd chorus of the song. 

Interlude, Verse 3, and Chorus 3: In this section, you will learn the small piece of music that plays in between the 2nd verse and 3rd verse. Also, you will learn the chords for the 3rd chorus of the song. 

Conclusion and Backing Track: This is the last section of the guitar lesson and here, Steve is going to play the entire guitar part of the song with the backing track. 

Why Te Amo Reprise From Dum Maro Dum On Guitar?

This song uses beginner-friendly chords, which allows musicians to feel the song rather than focus on speed or complexity. The song is a bit slower and is considered to be an emotional track that teaches you timing, dynamics, and soft playing. 

FAQs-Te Amo Reprise song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What does Te Amo mean in the song? 

Ans. Te Amo translated to I Love You in Spanish, the song was sung by Pritam, Sunidhi Chauhan and Ash King. 

Q2. What is the theme of the movie Dum Maro Dum?

Ans. The movie revolves around drug trafficking, corruption which could be found in law enforcement and finally the movie was about lost innocence and redemption. 

Q3. What is the difference between the original and the reprise version of the song? 

Ans. The original song had Ash King and Sunidhi Chauhan as the lead singers, also, the song had a much better upbeat to it along with a romantic-pop feel. On the other hand, the reprise version of the song is often slower, softer and more emotional, the reprise version was used in more intimate scenes that were present in the movie.