Kahe Ko Der Lagayi

Lata Mangeshkar · Other Songs - Lata Mangeshkar

maut aa gai na aaye vo marane ke baad bhi

aankhen tarasi rah gaeen is intazaar mein



kaahe ko der lagaai re aaye na ab tak baalama

hamane to jaan ganvaai re aaye na ab tak baalama

kaahe ko der ...



meri dua naakaam hui hai sooraj dooba shaam hui hai

pahane qafan jaayegi muhabbat dil ki lagi badanaam hui hai

hansati hai saari kudaai re aaye na ab tak baalama

kaahe ko der ...



duniya yoon hi roegi aayengi kushiyaan gam bhi sahegi

lekin meri barabaad javaani mit ke bhi unase yahi kahegi

hamase to ki bevafaai re aaye na ab tak baalama

kaahe ko der ...



rang ye laai chaahat kisi ki yaad rahegi ulfat kisi ki

meri qasam tujhe e maut thahar ja dekh to loon soorat kisi ki

dil se sada ye hi aai re aaye na ab tak baalama



hamane to preet nibhaai re aaye na ab tak baalama

Kahe Ko Der Lagayi

Lata Mangeshkar's rendition of 'Kahe Ko Der Lagayi' stands as a quintessential example of her mastery over the romantic and melancholic nuances of Hindi film music. Recorded during the golden era of Bollywood, the track exemplifies her ability to convey deep emotion through vocal phrasing and melodic structure rather than relying on explicit lyrical content. As a central figure in the industry, Mangeshkar's voice defined the sound of cinema for decades, bringing a unique blend of classical training and pop sensibility to countless recordings. This particular composition highlights her skill in portraying longing and heartbreak, a theme central to her discography. Her performance remains a benchmark for vocalists in the genre, showcasing the enduring power of her artistry and the timeless quality of her contributions to Indian music.