Gardishon Ke Hein Maray Hoay Na, Dushmanon K Sataye Hoay Hein
Jitnay Bhi Zakhm Hein Meray Dil Per, Doston K Lagaye Hoay Hein
Ishq Ko Roag Maar Datay Hein, Aqal Ko Soag Maar Detay Hein
Aadmi Khud Ba Khud Nahi Marta, Dosray Loag Maar Daitay Hein
Loag Kaanton Say Bach K Chaltay Hein, Hum Nai Phoolon Say Zakhm Khaye Hein
Tum Ko Ghairon Ki Baat Kartay Ho, Hum Nai Apnay Bhi Aazmaye Hein
Kasa-E-Deed Lay K Dunya Mein, Mein Nai Deedar Ki Gadaye Ki
Meray Jitnay Bhi Yaar Thay Sub Nai Hasb-E-Taufeeq Bewafai Ki
Jab Say Dekha Tera Qudd-O-Qamat
Tumhein Dekha To Zahid Nai Kaha Eeman Ki Ya Hai K
Ub Insaan Ko Sajda Rawa Honay Ka Waqt Aaya
Ay Mast-E-Naaz Daikhnay Walo K Dil To Daikh
Pamal Ho Ga′ay Teri Raftaar Daikh Ker
Giraya Giraya Haat Say Sheesha Surahi Tour Di Mein Nai
Sharab Seekh Pay Dali Kabab Sheeshay Mein
In Aankhon Say Qayamat Ki Nishani Kaun Daikhay Ga
Buth-E-Kafir Teri Uth'ti Jawani Kaun Daikhay Ga
Jab Say Dekha Tera Qudd-O-Qamat, Dil Pay Tooti Howi Hai Qayamat
Her Bala Say Rahay Tu Salamat, Din Jawani Kay Aaye Hoay Hein
Qareeb Aur Bhi Aao K Shauq-E-Deed Mitay
Sharab Aur Pilao K Kuch Nasha Utray
Apne Dil-E-Sadchak Ko See Sakta Hoon, Mehoom-E-Karam Ho K Bhi Ji Sakta Hoon
Mauqof Nahi Jaam Pay Rindii Meri, Saki Tere Ghussay Ko Bhi Pi Sakta Hoon
Aur Day Mujh Ko Day Aur Saqi, Hosh Rehta Hai Thora Sa Baqii
Aaj Talkhi Bhi Hai Intiha Ki, Aaj Wo Bhi Para′ay Hoay Hein
Kal Thay Abad Pehlo Mein Mairay
Kal Thay Abad Pehlo Mein Mairay, Ub Hai Ghairoon Mein Dhere
Meri Mehfil Mein Kar K Andhere, Apni Mehfil Saja'ay Hoay Hein
Apnay Haathon Say Khanjar Chala Ker, Kitna Masoom Chehra Bana Ker
Apnay Kaandhon Pay Ub Mairay Qatil, Meri Mayyat Utha'ay Hoay Hein
Mehwashon Ko Wafa Say Kia Matlab, In Butoon Ko Khuda Say Kia Matlab
In Ki Masoom Nazroon Nay Nasir, Loag Pagal Bana′ay Hoay Hein
Gardishon K Hein Maray Hoay Na, Dushmano K Sataye Hoay Hein...
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Overall Meaning:
The lyrics of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan's song "Gardishon Ke Hein Maray Hoay Na, Dushmanon K Sataye Hoay Hein" convey a sense of resilience and strength in the face of adversity. The first two lines speak of how the singer has been wounded by both friends and enemies, implying that they have experienced pain and betrayal from both sides. This highlights the idea that trust can be broken by those close to us as well as those who are meant to be our adversaries.
The following lines state that love is often met with resistance and that intellect is sometimes overshadowed. The person may not choose to end their life, but others can play a part in causing their downfall. This highlights how our actions can have a profound effect on others and how we can unwittingly contribute to the suffering of those around us.
The next verse compares the singer's path to that of thorns, emphasizing the hardships they have endured. While others may only experience surface-level wounds, the singer has been wounded by the beauty and fragility of flowers. This juxtaposition serves as a reminder that pain can come from unexpected sources.
The lyrics then address the listener directly, questioning why they speak ill of others when they themselves have also faced trials and tribulations. This suggests that the listener should be more understanding and empathetic, as they have also been tested in their own lives.
Moving on, the lyrics convey a sense of longing and desire for spiritual enlightenment. The singer expresses their yearning to witness the divine manifestations and seeks spiritual fulfillment. They imply that now is the time for humanity to recognize the importance of bowing down before the truth and people of righteousness.
The following lines express a sense of admiration for a beloved, highlighting the emotional impact their actions have on the singer. The powerful expressions of love and beauty overwhelm the singer, leaving them distraught and broken-hearted.
The lyrics further explore the concept of duality, as the singer reveals their ability to drink from both the cup of love and the cup of anger. This suggests that they have the capacity to experience and encompass contrasting emotions, highlighting their capacity for resilience.
The song then addresses the idea of mortality, as the singer reflects on the fleeting nature of life. They express a desire for their presence to be felt and their impact on others to be acknowledged, even after death. This further emphasizes the profound emotions and experiences they have gone through.
In the final verse, the lyrics touch upon the themes of loyalty, faithfulness, and innocence. The singer questions the meaning of loyalty and the connection between these virtues and spirituality. They also criticize those who deceive and manipulate others, labeling them as deceivers and manipulators.
Overall, the lyrics of "Gardishon Ke Hein Maray Hoay Na, Dushmanon K Sataye Hoay Hein" delve into themes of resilience, betrayal, love, spirituality, and the complexities of human relationships. They capture the emotional intricacies and struggles of the singer, inviting the listener to reflect on their own experiences and relationships.
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