Darkhaast Guitar Chords (Shivaay – Arijit Singh)
Looking for Darkhaast guitar chords? This page provides the complete chord sheet, strumming pattern, 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 this track from Shivaay. Follow the strumming pattern carefully to get the feel just like the original.
Song Details
Artist: Arijit Singh
Tuning: Standard (EADGBE)
Capo: No
Tricky Chords: None
Strumming Pattern: D DU UDU
G Bm
Iss qadar
G Bm
Tu mujhe pyaar kar..
G Bm
Jisey kabhi na main sakoon
Em D
Phir bhula..
G Bm
Zindagi
G Bm
Laayi humein yahaan
Em C D
Koi iraada toh raha hoga bhala
G
Ki darkhaast hai yeh
Bm
Jo aayi raat hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de
G
Jo ab lamhaat hai yeh
Bm
Bade hi khaas hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de [x2]
G Bm C D G
C Em D
Raahon mein mere saath chal tu
C Em D
Thaame mera haath chal tu
C G
Waqt jitna bhi ho haasil
C Em D
Saara mere naam kar tu
Am
Waqt jitna bhi ho haasil
D
Saara mere naam kar tu...
G
Ki armaan hai yeh
Bm
Guzaarish jaan hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de
G
Jo ab lamhaat hai yeh
Bm
Bade hi khaas hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de
G Bm C D G
G
Lamz jismon pe aise sajaye
Bm
Baarishon se bhi woh dhul na paaye
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de...
G
Ho naksh lamhon pe aise banaye
Bm
Muddaton se bhi woh mit na paaye
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de...
C D
Hmm.. tujhse toh hoon main yun bohat mutasir
C D
Par kya karoon main hoon ek musafir
C Am
Kaisi khushi hai jisme nami hai
F D G
Jaane tu ye ya jaane na, o…
G
Jo jazbaat hai yeh
Bm
Bade hi pak hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de
G
Jo ab lamhaat hai yeh
Bm
Bade hi khaas hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de
G
Ki darkhaast hai yeh
Bm
Jo aayi raat hai yeh
C D G
Tu meri baahon mein duniya bhula de
Strumming Pattern Explained
D DU UDU
Start with a soft downstroke to match the emotional tone.
Follow with DU smoothly — keep it controlled and even.
The UDU should feel light and flowing, not rushed.
Maintain a relaxed wrist for consistent rhythm.
Slightly emphasize the first D during chord changes.
Practice slowly on G - Bm - C - D before increasing speed.
Teaching Notes (PRO Tips)
This song mostly uses open chords, making it comfortable for intermediate beginners.
Focus on clean transitions between G - Bm - Em - D in the verses.
Make sure your Bm chord sounds clear — avoid muting the high strings.
Keep the verses soft and expressive to match the song’s mood.
In the “Ki darkhaast hai yeh” chorus, slightly increase your strumming intensity.
Maintain steady timing — don’t rush emotional sections.
FAQs
Q: What chords are used in Darkhaast?
A: The song mainly uses G, Bm, Em, D, C, Am, and F in different sections.
Q: Is Darkhaast easy to play on guitar?
A: It is not completely beginner-friendly because it includes the Bm chord, which requires proper finger positioning.
Q: Do I need a capo to play Darkhaast?
A: No, the song is played in standard tuning without a capo.
Q: Which strumming pattern should I use for Darkhaast?
A: You can use D DU UDU throughout the song for the correct smooth and emotional feel.
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Final Thoughts
Darkhaast is a soulful and expressive song that sounds beautiful with controlled strumming and clean chord transitions. Focus on maintaining steady rhythm and playing with emotion. Once comfortable, let the chords ring naturally to capture the heartfelt vibe of the song.
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