![]() ![]() ‘The power play of words saw entire philosophies written using fluid, everyday language,’ says the author Rajiv Vijayakar. Lyricists, unlike poets, face the challenge of reading the situation, the emotion, and the character on the screen in selecting verses that not only conform to the musical tune but also appeal to the masses. The effect is uplifting, inspirational, and soothing. By wielding the power of words and converting life’s experiences into simple but relatable verses, lyricists could evoke multiple emotions to suit myriad situations on screen. Without Sahir’s heart-rending Babul ki duaen leti jaa marriage ceremonies are rarely considered complete Anand Bakshi’s reflections in Kuch toh log kahenge help listeners overcome life’s tribulations and Shailendra’s classic Sajan re jhoot mat bolo holds moral lessons. The contributions of leading lyricists from Pradeep to Kaifi and from Majrooh to Gulzar have been so great that Hindi film songs have attained a personal and social relevance that goes beyond just pleasing the ear. From the art and craft of song writing to structuring poetry into the film narrative, and from capturing the depth and range of human emotions to pacing simple verses as musical interludes, this book delves into all that went into loading simple words on complex situations to create lasting impact. It revisits the lives and work of those whose lyrics have become a part of the cultural fabric. Main Shayar Toh Nahin is an attempt to rectify this. Yet, their immense contribution to Hindi cinema has not got its due with music composers and singers being more recognised. This gave lyricists an opportunity to weave magic with words to articulate emotions in simple, accessible verses. Each song has a distinct aura that helps to take the cinematic narrative forward. From populist numbers to flashy entertainers, songs have outlived films in people’s memory. Over the decades, songs have acquired a musical grammar of their own that helps build an emotional chord with listeners, both on and off screen. ![]() In popular Indian cinema, lyrics are to music what the heart is to the body they help in creating a distinctive narrative, some conventions of which have been carried over from the early talkies era. ![]()
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