This is where a becomes your best friend. By using a capo, you can transpose these difficult barre chords into easy, open-position chords without changing the song's authentic sound.
The intro is iconic. Play the main riff of the melody on the high strings (E and B strings) while holding an shape. If you are just strumming, simply play:
A simple and effective pattern: (Play this pattern twice for each 4-beat chord) ek hasina thi guitar chords with capo
The original song has a gentle sway. Use a (Down-Up) pattern, but accent beats 2 and 4 slightly.
Kabhi na bhoolungi (G) Main wo raat (D) Jab tumse mili thi (G) Pehli baar This is where a becomes your best friend
Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up (DDU UDU) – keep it light and airy.
To play in the original high-pitch scale using easy open chords, place your . Capo Position: 4th Fret Chord Shapes Used: Am, E, F, Dm, Em Play the main riff of the melody on
With these chords and a capo on the 2nd fret, you'll be able to play "Ek Hasina Thi" on guitar with ease. Practice the strumming pattern and chord transitions to get a smooth, melodic sound. Happy playing!
After the first line ends, the orchestral fill uses: