Ae Watan Guitar Chords | Arijit Singh | Raazi

Ae Watan Guitar Chords (Raazi - Arijit Singh)

Looking for Ae Watan guitar chords? This powerful patriotic song sung by Arijit Singh from the film Raazi carries a deep emotional tone and works beautifully on acoustic guitar. The song mainly uses open chords with one slightly tricky chord Fmaj7, which adds a soft harmonic color. With a gentle strumming approach and expressive dynamics, you can recreate the heartfelt feel of the original composition.

Song Details

Artist: Arijit Singh

Tabbed by: Adit Kundra

Tuning: Standard (EADGBE)

Capo: No

Tricky Chords: Fmaj7 (xx3210)

Strumming Pattern: D DUDU

Watch the Ae Watan Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step) 

e|-------------------------7--5----------------------------------------------------|
B|------------------/7--8----------------------------------------------------------|
G|---/7---9---9/11-------------------/7---9---9/11-----------9---7-----------------|
D|---------------------------------------------------7---9-------------------------|
A|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
E|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------|

[Harmony to Guitar Solo]

e|-------------------------------10--9---------------------------------------|
B|---/7---8----8/10----10---12-------------/7---8----8/10-----------8--7-----|
G|-----------------------------------------------------------7--9------------|
D|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
A|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
E|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|

D

Ae watan… Mere watan… Ae watan.. aabaad rahe tu

Aabaad rahe tu… (aabaad rahe tu)

D G D G

D                                      G

Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu

D                                        G                         

Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu

D                                      G

Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu

           E                                  A                           

Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu

D                      E                         A                           

Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu

D

Ae watan… Mere watan… Ae watan

G                               Am

Tu hi meri manzil, pehchan tujhi se

A                                 D

Tu hi meri manzil, pehchan tujhi se

      A                                               D 

Pahunchu main jahaan bhi, Meri buniyad rahe tu       

D                                     E                     A 

Pahunchu main jahaan bhi, Meri buniyad rahe tu

D                                      

Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu

  E                                            A                           

Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu

D                                      

Ae watan, watan mere

D E F#m D  

D E F#m Bm 

D E F#m D 

A F#m Bm D

G                                      Am

Tujhpe koi gham ki aanch aane nahin doon    

A                                           D

Tujhpe koi gham ki aanch aane nahin doon)    

A                                           D

Kurbaan meri jaan tujhpe, shaad rahe tu

      D                              E               A 

(Kurbaan meri jaan tujhpe, shaad rahe tu)

D

Ae watan… Mere watan… Ae watan Aye watan… (aye watan…) Mere watan… (mere watan…) Aabaad rahe tu…

Aabaad rahe tu

Ae watan… mere watan

Aabaad rahe tu

Video Lesson

Watch the Ae Watan Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step) 

Strumming Pattern Explained

D DUDU

Start with a single downstroke (D) to establish the rhythm of the measure.

Follow it with DUDU, keeping your wrist relaxed and fluid.

Maintain soft dynamics throughout the verses to preserve the emotional character of the song.

Avoid aggressive strumming — the song sounds best when played gently and expressively.

Practice the pattern slowly on D - G - D - G before applying it to the full progression.

Teaching Notes (PRO Tips)

Focus on smooth transitions between D, G, and A, as they appear frequently in the song.

The Fmaj7 (xx3210) chord should be played carefully so each string rings clearly.

During the intro guitar melody, try to play the notes slowly and let them sustain for a cinematic feel.

When singing along, reduce the strumming intensity slightly to keep the vocals prominent.

Use light palm muting during softer sections if you want to create more emotional contrast.

FAQs

Q: What chords are used in Ae Watan?

A: The song mainly uses D, G, A, E, Am, Bm, F#m, and Fmaj7.

Q: Is Ae Watan easy to play on guitar?

A: Yes, the song is beginner-friendly with mostly open chords and a simple strumming pattern.

Q: Do I need a capo to play Ae Watan?

A: No, the song can be played in standard tuning without a capo.

Q: What strumming pattern works best for this song?

A: The pattern D DUDU works well and keeps the rhythm smooth and expressive.

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Final Thoughts

Ae Watan is a beautiful song that blends patriotism with emotional storytelling. When playing it on guitar, focus on gentle strumming, clear chord transitions, and expressive timing. Let the chords ring naturally and avoid rushing the tempo. With the right dynamics and feel, this song becomes a very moving acoustic performance.

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