Khan Bhaini: Nowadays Lyrics English (Translation)

Oh Ajj Kal Mitro Rule Ne Marhe
Paise Val Nu Har Koi Tarhe
Do Muhi Aa Dunia Hogi
Muh Te Mithi Dil Vich Sarhe

The opening verse expresses concern about the dominance of money and materialism in society, and the resulting two-faced nature of people and the world.
It suggests that despite appearances, many people are bitter and untrustworthy beneath the surface.

Roti Nal Hun Tidh Ni Bharda
Har Koi Paisa Paisa Karda
Kehnde Aa Rabb Sab Kuj Dekhe
Bai Rabb Ton Par Hun Kehra Darda

The song lines mention how humans are not satisfied with just food and are constantly running after money.
It also questions whether people still fear God in today’s world despite the belief that God sees everything.

Aah Vi Mera Oh Vi Mera
Phone Te Hath Luttan Te Dera
Aakhir Nu Sab Ethe Ee Rehju
Nal Ki Jana Das Tu Tera

The third verse states that the speaker has possessions that others want, and they fight over them.
However, the speaker believes that everything will stay with them in the end, and nothing can be taken away.

Sharam Hi Lati Nange Hoge
2 Number De Dhande Hoge
Har Koi Shilan Nu Aa Firda
Bai Bande Ni Hun Rande Hoge

In this verse, the singer laments the loss of basic decency in society.
People have become shameless and indulge in illegal activities.
Everyone wants to rob another, making them inhuman.

Khud Vichon Labbeya Janda Ae Parmatma
Kad Thoda Time Kade Bhal Ke Tan Dekheyo
Apni Aulad Nalon Vadh Milu Sukh
Bacha Lai Ke Koi Anath Ik Pal Ke Tan Dekheyo

The verse suggests that one can find God within themselves and that they should try to locate God within them.
It also recommends adopting an orphan child as a way to increase happiness.

Apne Layi Kad Ditti Sari Zindagi
Ik Din Horan De Layi Gal Ke Tan Dekheo
Kineyan Ghran Chon Jana Chakeya Hanera
Kade Jhugiyan Ch Jake Deeva Bal Ke Tan Dekheo

The lines suggests that one should try to live for others and bring joy to those around them.
It encourages stepping out of one’s comfort zone and doing something selfless, such as providing lights in slums.

Oh Notan Nal Jandiyan Ni Khushiyan Khareediyan
Dil De Ameeran Di Aukat Nahiyo Puchidi
Puch Le Rahi Koi Jhootha Dasiye Na Rah
Iko Thali Vich Kha Ke Kade Jat Nahiyo Puchidi

The verse emphasizes that happiness cannot be bought with material possessions like clothes.
It cautions against judging people based on their social status and advises being truthful when asked for directions.
The lines also highlight the importance of unity and equality by discouraging discrimination based on caste while sharing a meal.

Din Bare Puchi Da Ni Kaleyan Hanereyan Ton
Charhde Sooraj Kolon Rat Nahio Puchi Di
Kehan Nu Hathan Di Bas Mael Hi Aa Paisa
Fir Paise Bina Bande Di Kyun Bat Nahio Puchi Di

It’s best not to ask the darkness about daylight, or the rising sun about the night.
Although money is just a piece of paper, should we not prioritize human life over it?

Lod Nalon Ghar Diyan Uchiyan Ne Manzilan
Soch Da Satar Kade Chakeya Ee Nahi
Ma De Pairan Vich Kehnde Hundi Aa Jannat
Uss Ma De Pairan Val Kade Takeya Ee Nahi

The lines suggests that the homeowners have a large house with unnecessary floors, but their thinking remains narrow.
Additionally, it highlights the irony that wealthy individuals fail to recognize the value of their mothers, who are often considered to be a source of heaven.

Patiyan Vihahiyan Kithon Auniyan Nazar
Main Tan Phone Chon Nikal Kade Sakeya Ee Nahi
Socheya Jadon Main Mere Kol Ki Aa Mera
Sachi Apna Mere Kol Kujh Bacheya Ee Nahi

If I spend too much time looking at my phone, I may miss out on important aspects of life.
When I reflected on what I possess, I felt as though I have nothing.

Oh Suneya Bathera Main Vi Rangli Aa Dunia
Duniadari De Veere Rang Hunde Do Ae
Shagna De Din Loki Muhre Muhre Turde Aa
Arthi De Din Kahton Piche Jande Ho Ae

I heard that the world is colorful, but it actually has two colors.
During a wedding, people walk in front of you, but during a funeral, they walk behind you.

Kalli Kalli Gal Utte Kareyo Vichar
Fer Dseyo Comentan Vich Yes Aa Ya No Ae
Aale Dale Dekh Ke Main Likh Ditta Gana
Par Ik Var Ditta Nahio Tuttan Flow Ae

Please consider my song’s words carefully and respond in the comments with a simple yes or no.
I wrote this song after witnessing events in my surroundings and didn’t disrupt the flow.

Mandir Maseetan Vi Ae Cheez Kaisi Mitra
Bahar Gareeb Mange Andar Ameer Oye
Dekhi Mardaneya Tu Rang Kartar De
Pehliyan Ch Keh Gaya Si Nanki Da Veer Oye

The verse questions the disparity between poor and rich people in temples and mosques.
The verse highlights the wonder of the creator, as previously stated by Guru Nanak.

Bhayian Kolon Yar Marwata Kehnde Mitro
Jitt Da Hankar Je Na Torhe Hunde Teer Oye
Fer Vi Tan Vajjni Si Marhi Sahiban Jagg Te
Je Mirze Ton Dindi Marwa Sake Veer Oye

Sahiba, a famous female lover, caused her beloved’s death in the past.
If she hadn’t broken his arrows, her beloved would have killed her brothers, and Sahiba would have had a bad reputation.
His ego would have won if she didn’t interfere.

Main Ohna Kolon Sikheya Jo Time Ne Sikhaye Aa
Oh Likhe Nahi Dream Main Halat Bas Gaye Aa
Oh Chado Past Nu Loko Peerhi Agli Layi Socho
Raula Tere Mere Wala Kade Mukna Ee Nahi

Let’s focus on what we have learned from our experiences.
Instead of just dreaming, I like to sing about real-life situations.
It’s important that we forget about the past and start thinking about future generations.
Unfortunately, our disagreement seems to be never-ending.

Ki Aa Jagg Ton Lakona Ki Storyan Ch Paona
Othe Pun Chahe Pap Kuj Lukna Ee Nahi
Khana Soch Teri Vakh Kuj Dil Ch Vi Rakh
Es Hisab Nal Tan Gana Tera Muka Ee Nahi

What stories do people want to keep hidden from the world?
It’s impossible to conceal either good or bad deeds.
Songwriter, you have a unique perspective, but don’t reveal everything, or your song will never end.

Jane Uljh Ne Tane Tethon Vadh Ne Siyane
Reet Jagg Di Sawal Kade Puchna Ee Nahi

Sometimes, wise people find themselves in complicated situations.
In this world, some things are better left unasked.

Oh Bhaini Aala Bhaini Aala Sikheya Halatan Ton
Waqtan Di Mar Duja Bebe Diyan Batan Ton
Value Paise Di Nahio Vadh Jazbatan Ton
Rakho Parhez Veere Rakho Jataan Pataan Ton

I learned valuable lessons from my mother and tough times.
Money should never be more important than emotions.
Don’t discriminate against others based on caste or creed, brother. Be mindful