Song Title: Aa Aaja Aaja Aa Galey Laga
Singer: Mohammad Rafi
Film: Street Singer (1966)
Lyricist: Hasrat Jaipuri
Music Composers: Shankar-Jaikishan
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Come, come, come, and embrace me.
Why have you gone away in such anger?
Where have you gone, my companion?
Your image is in my heart.
Then why do my eyes remain thirsty?
Come, come, come, and embrace me.
Why have you gone away in such anger?
Where have you gone, my companion?
Your eyes are full of playfulness.
Don’t make me yearn, quench my thirst.
Come, come, come, and embrace me.
Why have you gone away in such anger?
Where have you gone, my companion?
Come, come, come, and embrace me.
Come, come, come, and embrace me.
Note: Hindi readers should refer to the original lyrics, not the translated version.
Unveiling the Longing: English Translation of “Aa Aaja Aaja Aa Galey Laga”
Mohammad Rafi’s soulful rendition of “Aa Aaja Aaja Aa Galey Laga” from the 1966 film Street Singer is a poignant expression of a lover’s deep yearning and sorrow after an unexpected separation. With lyrics by Hasrat Jaipuri and music by Shankar-Jaikishan, this song beautifully captures the universal emotions of longing and the desperate hope for reunion. Below, you’ll find the complete English translation of the lyrics, allowing a deeper connection to its emotional core.
The Emotional Essence of “Aa Aaja Aaja Aa Galey Laga”
The song “Aa Aaja Aaja Aa Galey Laga” is, at its heart, a profound lover’s lament. The recurring plea, “Aa aaja aaja aa gale laga,” powerfully emphasizes the desperate desire for immediate reunion and physical closeness. The questioning phrase, “Aise ruth ke kaha chala,” highlights the suddenness and unexpected nature of the beloved’s departure, leaving the singer in a state of hurt and confusion, grappling with the reason for such an abrupt and seemingly angry separation.
The lyrics further underscore the depth of the emotional bond, stating that the beloved’s image is deeply etched in the singer’s heart, yet paradoxically, their eyes remain “thirsty,” symbolizing an unfulfilled longing to see their beloved. The mention of the beloved’s “playful eyes” hints at a previously cheerful and light-hearted relationship that has now been clouded by absence, intensifying the pain of yearning.
Overall, “Aa Aaja Aaja Aa Galey Laga” masterfully conveys a complex tapestry of emotions: deep longing, emotional pain caused by separation, and an unwavering hope for reconciliation. It taps into the universal human experience of love and loss, making its heartfelt message resonate with listeners across different contexts.
For deeper insight into the song, review the detailed analysis of the lyrics, composition and singing.
~ Balwant S. Wadhwani