Woh hata rahe hain parda
Woh hata rahe hain parda
Sar-e-baam chupke chupke
Woh hata rahe hain parda
Sar-e-baam chupke chupke
Mein nazara kar raha hoon
Sare-e-shaam chupke chupke
Ye jhuki jhuki nigaahein
Ye hasein hasein isharay
Mujhe de rahe hain shayed
Woh payam chupke chupke
Na dikhaao chalte chalte
Yun kadam kadam pe shokhi
Koi katl ho raha hai
Koi katl ho raha hai
Sar-e-aam chupke chupke
Kabhi shokhian dikhana
Kabhi un ka muskurana
Yeh adaaein kar na dalein
Mera kaam chupke chupke
Ye jo hichkiyan musalsal
Mujhe aa rahi hain alam
Koi le raha hai shayed
Koi le raha hai shayed
Mera naam chupke chupke
Woh hata rahe hain parda
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Overall Meaning:
The lyrics to "Woh Hata Rahe Hain Parda" by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan & Party explore the idea of secrecy and the hidden aspects of one's life. The repeated phrase "woh hata rahe hain parda" translates to "they are removing the veil," implying that something that was once hidden is now being revealed. The singer mentions watching secretly from his rooftop, observing the hidden activities of others below. The use of the imagery of lowered eyes, smiling faces, and hidden messages only further emphasizes the desire for secrecy.
The song takes a darker turn towards the end, with the singer warning against showing too much playfulness or happiness in public, as it may lead to danger. This sudden shift in tone adds another layer of complexity to the theme of secrecy, suggesting that the desire to keep things hidden is not always just for privacy or modesty, but also for safety.
Overall, "Woh Hata Rahe Hain Parda" serves as a commentary on the hidden aspects of society and the complexity of human desire for secrecy.
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