Ghazal Title: Chaman Mein Subh Ye Kehti Thi Ho Kar Chashm-e-Tar Shabnam
Poet: Khwaja Meer Dard
Singer & Composer: Shishir Parkhie
Album: Virasat – The Legacy of Legends (Times Music)
The Eternal Beauty of Urdu Poetry
In the world of classical Urdu poetry, few names shine as brightly as Khwaja Meer Dard. A Sufi poet from Delhi, Dard's verses express profound emotions of love, longing, separation, and spiritual depth, woven into delicate imagery that touches the heart.
This particular ghazal uses shabnam (dew) as a subtle metaphor for silent tears, painting vivid pictures of love’s tender vulnerability. Every couplet adds layers to the portrayal of longing, showcasing Dard’s mastery of poetic symbolism.
Meaning & Interpretation
"Chaman mein subh ye kehti thi ho kar chashm-e-tar shabnam
Bahaar-e-baagh go yoon hi rahi lekin kidhar shabnam"
As morning arrives, the garden remains beautiful and blooming, but the dew that cried all night — where has it gone? A tender symbol of longing and separation.
"Arq ki boond us ki zulfon se rukh'saar par tapki"
The drop of sweat or dew trickled from her tresses onto her cheek — capturing the softness and intimacy of a moment in love.
"Ta'ajub ki hai jagah ye padi khurshid par shabnam"
It’s astonishing that dew could settle even on the sun — where heat should dominate, the cool softness of love still remains, revealing the depth of true affection.
"Humein to baagh tujh bin khaana-e-maatam nazar aaya
Idhar gul phaadte the jaib, roti thi udhar shabnam"
Without the beloved, the garden feels like a mourning ground. The flowers tear their own robes (petals), while the dew quietly weeps.
"Kare hai kuch se kuch taseer-e-sohbat saaf tabon ki
Huyi aatish se gul ki, baithte rashk-e-sharar shabnam"
The effect of good company is strange — even after burning by the heat of the flower, the dew calmly rests, making the sparks jealous of its composure.
"Nahin asbaab kuch laazim subuksaaron ke uthne ko
Gayi ud dekhte apne baghair az baal-o-par shabnam"
Those who are light don’t need wings to rise. The dew simply evaporates and floats away without wings or feathers.
"Na samjha 'Dard' hum ne bhed yaan ki shaadi-o-gham ka
Sahar khandaan hai, kyun roti hai kis ko yaad kar shabnam"
We could never understand the strange coexistence of joy and sorrow. The morning smiles, but the dew silently weeps — remembering whom?
My Musical Journey with This Ghazal
I had the privilege of composing and rendering this exquisite ghazal for my album Virasat – The Legacy of Legends released by Times Music. Translating such delicately nuanced poetry into melody was both challenging and deeply fulfilling.
The ghazal’s serene pace and profound emotion allowed me to explore subtle musical expressions that complement the poetry’s depth. Every note attempts to bring alive Dard’s soulful imagery.
About Virasat – The Legacy of Legends
Virasat is my humble tribute to the legendary poets of classical Urdu literature. In this album, I have composed and rendered ghazals written by poets like Khwaja Meer Dard, Asghar Gondvi, Brij Narayan Chakbast, Quli Qutub Shah, and others — many of whom are not widely sung today.
Through Virasat, my aim is to revive these timeless gems and present them to today’s generation with fresh yet respectful musical compositions.
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🎼 Full Lyrics:
Chaman mein subh ye kehti thi ho kar chashm-e-tar shabnam
Bahaar-e-baagh go yoon hi rahi lekin kidhar shabnam
Arq ki boond us ki zulfon se rukh'saar par tapki
Ta'ajub ki hai jagah ye padi khurshid par shabnam
Humein to baagh tujh bin khaana-e-maatam nazar aaya
Idhar gul phaadte the jaib, roti thi udhar shabnam
Kare hai kuch se kuch taseer-e-sohbat saaf tabon ki
Huyi aatish se gul ki, baithte rashk-e-sharar shabnam
Nahin asbaab kuch laazim subuksaaron ke uthne ko
Gayi ud dekhte apne baghair az baal-o-par shabnam
Na samjha 'Dard' hum ne bhed yaan ki shaadi-o-gham ka
Sahar khandaan hai, kyun roti hai kis ko yaad kar shabnam
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