Bulleya Guitar Chords (Sultan – Papon)
Looking for Bulleya guitar chords? This lesson gives you the complete chord sheet, strumming patterns, and tips to play it smoothly. The song is in standard tuning with no capo required, and it uses beginner-friendly chords, making it perfect for anyone who wants to capture the soulful vibe of Bulleya from Sultan. Follow the strumming carefully to get the energy and flow of the original track.
Song Details
Artist: Papon
Tuning: Standard (EADGBE)
Capo: No
Tricky Chords: None
Strumming Pattern: D DU D DU DUDU or D DUDU D DUDUDUDU
Watch the Bulleya Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step)
F# E
Kuch rishton ka namak hi doori hota hai
B E
Na milna bhi bahut zaroori hota hai
A B C#m A B C#m
E
Dum dum, dum dum tu mera
E
Dum dum, dum dum mera hal
E
Dum dum, dum dum tu mera
E
Dum dum, dum dum mera hal
E A
Dum dum, dum dum
E A E A
E A
Tu baat kare ya na mujhse
B C#m
Chahe aankhon ka pegaam na le
E A
Par ye mat kehna are o pagle
B C#m
Mujhe dekh na tu, mera naam na le
E
Tujhse mera deen dharam hai
C#m
Mujhse teri khudai
E
Tujhse mera deen dharam hai
C#m
Mujhse teri khudai
E A
Tu bole toh ban jaaun
B F#m
Main Bulleh Shah saudai
C#m
Main bhi naachun..
E F#
Main bhi naachun manau sohne yaar ko
B A B
Chalun main teri raah bulleya
C#m A
Main bhi naachun rijhaun sohne yaar ko
E C#m
Karun na parwah Bulleya
E
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
A
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
E
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
F#m
Mera har dum tu
E
Mera mehram tu, marham tu
A
Mera dum dum har dum tu
A
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
F#m
Mera har dum tu
E G#m E E A B E F# F#m A B E
E
Maana apna ishq adhura
E
Dil na ispe sharminda hai
A
Poora hoke khatam hua sab
E
Jo hai aadha wo hi zinda hai
E
Ho bethi rehti hai umeedein
E
Tere ghar ki dehlizon pe
A
Jiski na parwaaz khatam ho
E
Dil ye mera wahi parinda hai…
E
Bakshe tu jo pyaar se mujhko
C#m
Toh ho meri rihaai
E
Bakshe tu jo pyaar se mujhko
D
Toh ho meri rihaai
E A
Tu bole toh ban jaaun
B F#m
Main Bulleh Shah saudai
C#m
Main bhi naachun..
E F#
Main bhi naachun manau sohne yaar ko
B A B
Chalun main teri raah bulleya
C#m A
Main bhi naachun rijhaun sohne yaar ko
E
Karun na parwah Bulleya
E
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
A
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
E
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
F#m
Mera har dum tu
E A
Tu yaad kare ya na mujhko
B C#m
Mere jeene mein andaaz tera
E A
Sar aankhon par hai teri naaraazi
B C#m
Meri haar mein hai koi raaz tera
E
Shayad meri jaan ka sadka
C#m
Maange teri judaai
B
Shayad meri jaan ka sadka
C#m
Maange teri judaai
E A
Tu bole toh ban jaaun
B F#m
Main Bulleh Shah saudai
C#m
Main bhi naachun..
E F#
Main bhi naachun manau sohne yaar ko
B A B
Chalun main teri raah bulleya
C#m A
Main bhi naachun rijhaun sohne yaar ko
E C#m
Karun na parwah Bulleya
E
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
A
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
E
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
F#m
Mera har dum tu
E
Mera mehram tu, marham tu
A
Mera dum dum har dum tu
A
Mera har dum dum har dum tu
F#m
Mera har dum tu
Video Lesson
Watch the Bulleya Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step)
Strumming Pattern Explained
Strumming Pattern Options:
D DU D DU DUDU
D DUDU D DUDUDUDU
Start with a steady downstroke to set the rhythm.
Keep the "DU" movements light and controlled.
Maintain a flowing motion rather than aggressive strumming.
In the chorus sections, slightly increase intensity to match the emotional lift.
Keep your tempo consistent, especially during repetitive "dum dum" sections.
If the longer pattern feels complex, begin with the simpler D DU D DU DUDU version and build from there.
Teaching Notes (PRO Tips)
Focus on clean transitions between E - A - B - C#m.
Keep your wrist relaxed to maintain smooth strumming.
During softer verse lines, reduce strumming intensity.
In the chorus, strum fuller to match the dynamic rise.
Practice switching between B - F#m slowly if barre chords feel challenging.
Let important lines resolve clearly by allowing the last chord to ring out.
FAQs
Q: What chords are used in Bulleya from Sultan?
A: The song mainly uses E, A, B, C#m, F#m, F#, G#m, and D in certain sections.
Q: Is Bulleya easy to play on guitar?
A: Yes, rhythm-wise it is beginner-friendly. However, some barre chords like F#m and C#m may require practice.
Q: Do I need a capo to play Bulleya?
A: No, the song is played in standard tuning without a capo.
Q: Which strumming pattern should I use?
A: You can use either D DU D DU DUDU for simplicity or D DUDU D DUDUDUDU for a fuller sound.
Keep Learning
Master Fingerpicking and Fingerstyle - Learn Guitar in 30 Days - Stage 2 Course
Learn Music Theory and Compose Songs - Music Theory – Stage 1 Foundations Course
Master Ear Training and Figure Out Chords by Ear - Learn Guitar in 30 Days - Stage 3 Course
Learn to Play Ukulele from Scratch - Learn Ukulele in 30 Days - Stage 1 Course
EXPLORE ALL COURSES by Adit Kundra
Final Thoughts
Bulleya is a soulful track that helps you work on rhythm control, dynamics, and smooth chord transitions. Focus on maintaining steady timing and expressive strumming rather than speed. Once comfortable with the chord flow, try playing along with the original track to match its emotional intensity and energy.
Don’t stop here — check out MORE Song Lessons to keep building your repertoire!
