Koi Bole Ram Ram

Koi Bole Ram Ram 
Koi Bole Ram Ram 
Koi Bole Ram Ram 
Koi Bole Raam Raam 
Koi Bole Raam Raam 
koi bolai raam raam koi khudhaae 
koi saevai guseeaa koi alaahi 
kaaran karan kareem  kirapaa dhhaar reheem 
koi naavai theerathh koi haj jaae 
koi karai poojaa koi sir nivaae 
koi parrai baedh koi kathaeb 
koi oudtai neel koi supaedh 
koi kehai thurak koi kehai hindhu 
koi baashhai bhisath koi suragindhoo 
kahu naanak jin hukam pashhaathaa 
prabh saahib kaa thin bhaedh jaathaa 
koi bolai raam raam koi khudhaae 



 
koi saevai guseeaa koi alaahi 
kaaran karan kareem

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Overall Meaning:

The refrain of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan's "Koi Bole Ram Ram" repeats the names of Ram and Raam multiple times, which are permutations of the same name of god in two different languages, Hindi and Punjabi. This repetition is a form of meditation called japa, the act of repeating a mantra or divine name over and over again until it becomes internalized and the mind is concentrated. The verses of the song present a number of different religious practices and paths, but the repetition of Ram and Raam is meant to unify them all as aspects of the same divine power.

The lyrics suggest that there are many paths to the same ultimate goal, the realization and merging with the divine, and that anyone can find their own way to approach god. The examples given include performing a pilgrimage, doing puja or ritual worship, reading scriptures, singing devotional songs, or simply recognizing the divine will and following it. The refrain implies that regardless of which path one chooses, the constant repetition of the divine names will lead one to the same end, which is union with the divine.

Overall, the song encourages tolerance and understanding of different paths and beliefs, emphasizing the unity of all religions in their devotion to the divine. The repetition of the divine names serves as a reminder to stay connected to the divine in all aspects of life, and to recognize the divinity in others.