“Saaqi Lyrics English Meaning,” from “Nescafe Basement Season 6,” a collaborative melody by Zain Ul Aabdin and Sanya Shahzad, is a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary sounds, exploring the intoxicating power of love and longing. The song’s title, also “Saaqi,” refers to a cupbearer, a figure often associated with mystical love and spiritual ecstasy in Sufi poetry. The Sindhi lyrics by Ghulam Ullah and Sanya Shahzad tell a story of giving in to love’s alluring power. The music, which was composed by Zain Ul Aabdin, Sanya Shahzad, and Rakae Jamil, masterfully combines traditional Sindhi instruments with modern ones, making the song more powerful emotionally. This unique piece features the artists themselves, along with Ittehad Band, under the direction of Hassam Balouch.
Featured on NESCAFÉ Basement Season 6, 2024, Zain Ul Aabdin and Sanya Shahzad’s recent Sindhi language song “Saaqi” tells the story of two individuals deeply infatuated with each other, with the lyrics, penned by Ghulam Ullah and Sanya Shahzad, portraying the intensity of their emotions and the captivating effect they have on one another. The chorus line, “Saaqi de suroor ja paimaan nawa nawa, aj aya hin mehkhanay mein mehmaan nawa nawa,” translates to, “The Saaqi offers new measures of delight/ecstasy. Today, new guests have arrived in this gathering place.”
Zain Ul Aabdin | Sanya Shahzad’s Saaqi Lyrics (English Meaning)
Saaqi, who serves drinks in a metaphorical gathering of lovers and seekers.
Saqi De Suroor Ja Paiman Nawа Nаwа,
The Saaqi offers new measures of delight/ecstasy.
Aj Aya Hin Mehkhanаy Mein Mehman Nawa Nаwa,
Today, new guests have arrived in this gathering place.
Saaqi De Suroor Ja Paimaan Nawa Nawa
The Saaqi offers new measures of delight/ecstasy.
Aj Aya Hin Mehkhanay Mein Mehmaan Nawa Nawa
Today, new guests have arrived in this gathering place.
Ghayal Kare Thi Murk Sa Akhriyun Jadhen Kharen
When glances are exchanged with a captivating smile,
Hin Dil Chari Te Zulf Jo Jaadu Halyo Wanjy
The magic of those locks of hair casts a spell on this captivated heart.
Ghayal Kare Thi Murk Sa Akhriyun Jadhen Kharen
When glances are exchanged with a captivating smile,
Hin Dil Chari Te Zulf Jo Jaadu Halyo Wanjy
The magic of those locks of hair casts a spell on this captivated heart.
Maaran Ja Hin Hunde, Samaan Nawa Nawa
There are new ways of captivating hearts here.
Maran Jа Hin Hunde Saman Nawa Nawa,
There are new ways of captivating hearts here.
Aj Aya Hin Mehkhanay Mein Mehmaan Nawa Nawa
Today, new guests have arrived in this gathering place.
Focused On Me
You are focused on me.
I See The Longing In Your Eyes
I see the longing in your eyes.
The Heavens Starting To Speak
The heavens seem to be speaking.
Keep Dreaming Of Me
Continue to dream of me.
Cause You And I: A Story Of Two Strangers
Because you and I are a story of two individuals connecting.
Romeos With Juliet Not Heather,
Like a classic love story.
Lost Your Soul In The Song Of A Siren
You have found yourself captivated.
Ja Ke Saaray Taaray Tor Lao, Heeray Moti Mein Sajao
Go and gather all the stars, adorn them with diamonds and pearls.
Mere Dil Ko Tum Mana Lo
Win over my heart.
Tum Is Nashay Mein Doob Jaoge
You will be immersed in this captivating feeling.
Dard Ko Tum Seh Na Paogey
You will experience deep emotions.
Khuаb Dekhte Hi Reh Jаogey Tum,
You will remain lost in dreams.
Sаqi Sаqi Kehte Rаhogey Tum,
You will continue to call out to the Saaqi.
Dunia Mukhe Deewano Aaen Mastano Thi Chawe
The world calls me devoted and joyful/inspired.
Wari Be Dil Milarn Ji, Duaon Thi Ghurrey
Still, I offer prayers for the reunion of hearts.
Dunia Mukhe Deewano Aaen Mastano Thi Chawe
The world calls me devoted and joyful/inspired.
Wari Be Dil Milarn Ji, Duaon Thi Ghurrey
Still, I offer prayers for the reunion of hearts.
Milya Hin Tunje Ishq Me, Tana Nawa Nawa
In your love, I have found new connections/bonds.
Aj Ayа Hin Mehkhanay Mein Mehmаn Nawa Nаwа,
Today, new guests have arrived in this gathering place.
Saaqi De Suroor Ja Paimaan Nawa Nawa
The Saaqi offers new measures of delight/ecstasy.
Muhinja Sahi Na Saghandаy Nakhra Nawa Nawa,
I cannot bear these charming gestures.
Saaqi De Suroor Ja Paimaan Nawa Nawa
The Saaqi offers new measures of delight/ecstasy.
Aj Aya Hin Mehkhanay Mein Mehmaan Nawa Nawa
Today, new guests have arrived in this gathering place.
Saaqi Music Video
Check out the music video for “Saaqi.” Directed by Hassam Balouch, it effectively showcases the powerful emotions conveyed in the lyrics through the performances of Ittehad Band, Sanya Shahzad, and Zain Ul Aabdin.
| Title | Saaqi |
| Singer(s) | Zain ul Aabdin, Sanya Shahzad |
| Songwriter(s) | Ghulam Ullah (sindhi), Sanya Shahzad (english) |
| Composer(s) | Zain Ul Aabdin, Sanya Shahzad, Rakae Jamil |
| Released | 12/29/2024 |