Song: Aa Gaya Hai Waqt Maut Ka
Singer: Mohammad Rafi | Film: Alladin Ka Beta (1955)
Lyricist: Tanveer Naqvi | Music Composer: S. Mohinder
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The time of death has come
Every path is closed
What will happen to you now?
Oh my mother!
I had just become a young man
Death has come, and I am no more
Where has this little life gotten trapped?
Why hasn’t the sky fallen down?
Oh my mother!
The time of death has come
Every path is closed
What will happen to you now, what will happen?
Let someone take this message
Your servant is taking his last breath
Taking your name as a final farewell
The story is ending
Oh my mother!
Oh wow, wow, wow!
I think this world is perhaps
Just a beautiful dream
My beloved, give me assurance
Oh my beloved, give me assurance
Is this the earth or the sky?
Oh God, oh my life!
Oh wow, wow, wow!
The time of death has come
Note: Hindi readers should refer to the original lyrics, not the translated version.
Analysis of the Lyrics
This song expresses the despair and shock of impending death. The lyrics convey a sense of finality, with the repeated phrase “Aa gaya hai waqt maut ka” emphasizing the inevitability of death. The speaker is expressing their disbelief and longing for life, as well as their love for their mother. The song also touches on themes of fate and the ephemeral nature of life.
Key themes:
Imminent death: The central theme is the acceptance of death.
Love for mother: The speaker expresses deep affection for their mother.
Disbelief and longing: The speaker questions the reality of their situation.
Ephemeral nature of life: The song suggests that life is short and uncertain.
The repetitive nature of the lyrics and the emotional tone contribute to the overall impact of the song.
For deeper insight into the song, review the detailed analysis of the lyrics, composition and singing.
~ Balwant S. Wadhwani