Safar Guitar Chords (Jab Harry Met Sejal – Arijit Singh)
Looking for the Safar guitar chords? This beautiful travel-themed song from Jab Harry Met Sejal is sung by Arijit Singh and features a flowing chord progression that perfectly complements its reflective lyrics. The song uses mostly open chords, making it approachable for intermediate players, while the changing strumming patterns between the verse and chorus help capture the dynamics of the original recording.
Song Details
Artist – Arijit Singh
Movie – Jab Harry Met Sejal
Tuning – Standard (EADGBE)
Capo – No
Chords Used – Am, F, D, C, G
Tricky Chords – None
Strumming Pattern (Verse) – D DUDU D DU D DU
Strumming Pattern (Chorus) – D DUDU U UD DUDU
Watch the Safar Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step)
(Intro Guitar Riff)
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(Other Guitar Riffs)
e|----------------------------------| B|--10-----10--10-------------------| G|----------------------------------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|--3---3---3-----------------------| B|--1---1---1-----------------------| G|--2---2---2-----------------------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|---5-3-5-3-5----------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|----------------------------------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|--12-----12-----------12----------| B|------------------15--------------| G|-----14-----14-----------14-------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--------------------7-------------| D|---7-9-9-9-7-9-9-9----------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
(Song Tabs)
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e|---------------------------------------| B|---------------------------------------| G|---------------------------------------| D|--10-9-----/7-7-7-7-10--7--------------| A|-------7-------------------------------| E|---------------------------------------|
e|--------------------------------------------| B|-----8--------------------------------------| G|-------9-7----------------------------------| D|--/7-------10-10/12-10-10-12-10-12-10-10-12-| A|--------------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------------|
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e|-------------------------------------| B|-----8-------------------------------| G|-------9-7---------------------------| D|--/7--------7--7/10------------------| A|-------------------------------------| E|-------------------------------------|
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e|--------------------------------------| B|--------------------------------------| G|---7--9-------------------------------| D|---------7----------------------------| A|--------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------|
(Guitar Solo)
e|--------------------------------------| B|-----------------5---5----------------| G|------4-5-7--5-7-------7-5------------| D|--5-7---------------------------------| A|--------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------|
e|--------------------------------------| B|--------------------------------------| G|--7/9--7/9--7-5-7---5-4---------------| D|------------------------7-------------| A|--------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------|
e|--------------------------------------| B|------------5---5---------------------| G|-------5-7--------7-5-----------------| D|--5-7---------------------------------| A|--------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------|
e|--------------------------------------| B|--------------------------------------| G|------5-7/9--7---5--4-----------------| D|--5-7------------------7--------------| A|--------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------|
e|-----------------------------15---------| B|------13-13-15-17--13-15-17-----15-15/7-| G|--/14-----------------------------------| D|----------------------------------------| A|----------------------------------------| E|----------------------------------------|
e|---19-21-19-17-17-17----15--------------| B|----------------------------15-15/7-----| G|----------------------------------------| D|----------------------------------------| A|----------------------------------------| E|----------------------------------------|
e|--------------------------------------| B|---/12--13--15------------------------| G|--------------------------------------| D|--------------------------------------| A|--------------------------------------| E|--------------------------------------|
Am F D
Am
Ab na mujhko yaad beeta
F D
Main toh lamhon mein jeeta
Am
Chala ja raha hoon
F D
Main kahaan pe ja raha hoon…
Am F D
Kahaan hoon?
Am F D
Iss yaqeen se main yahan hoon
Am
Ki zamana yeh bhala hai
F D
Aur jo raah mein mila hai
Am
Thodi door jo chala hai
F D
Woh bhi aadmi bhala tha
Am F D
Pata tha…
Am F D
Zara bas khafa tha
F C
Woh bhatka sa raahi mere gaanv ka hi
G D
Woh rasta puraana jisey yaad aana
F C
Zaroori tha lekin jo roya mere bin
G D
Wo ek mera ghar tha
F C
Puraana sa darr tha
G D F C
Magar ab na main apne ghar ka raha
G D F C G D
Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha
F C
Idhar ka hi hoon na udhar ka raha
G D
Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha
F C
Idhar ka hi hoon na udhar ka raha
G D
Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha
F C
Main raha… o o…
G D
Main raha… wo o…
F C G D
Main raha…
F C G D
Am F D
Verse 2 - Am F D
Meel pattharon se meri dosti hai
Chaal meri kya hai raah jaanti hai
Jaane rozana… zamana wohi rozana
Shehar shehar fursaton ko bechta hoon
Khaali haath jaata khaali laut'ta hoon
Aise rozana. rozana khud se begana…
Pre Chorus and Chorus - F C G D
Jabse gaanv se main shehar hua
Itna kadva ho gaya ki zehar hua
Main toh rozana
Na chaaha tha yeh ho jaana maine
Ye umrr, waqt, raasta. guzarta raha
G D F C G D
Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha
F C
Idhar ka hi hoon na udhar ka raha
G D
Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha
F C
Idhar ka hi hoon na udhar ka raha
G D
Safar ka hi tha main safar ka raha
F C
Main raha… o o…
G D
Main raha… wo o…
F C G D
Main raha…
Video Lesson
Watch the Safar Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step)
Strumming Pattern Explained
Verse Pattern
D DUDU D DU D DU
- Begin with a steady downstroke to establish the rhythm.
- Follow with a smooth down-up-down-up sequence while keeping your wrist loose.
- Add another downstroke before finishing with two short down-up movements.
- Keep the pattern relaxed and flowing to match the reflective mood of the verse.
- Focus on consistency rather than volume.
Chorus Pattern
D DUDU U UD DUDU
- Start with a strong downstroke followed by a flowing down-up-down-up sequence.
- The standalone upstroke adds momentum leading into the next phrase.
- Play the up-up-down section smoothly without pausing.
- Finish with a continuous down-up-down-up movement to create a fuller chorus feel.
- Let the strumming become slightly more energetic compared to the verse.
Teaching Notes (PRO Tips)
- Focus on smooth transitions between Am, F, and D, as these chords form the backbone of the verses.
- The chorus uses F, C, G, and D, so practice switching between these chords before attempting the full song.
- Keep the verses soft and controlled, then gradually increase intensity when the chorus arrives.
- Don't rush the chord changes—the song sounds best when played with a relaxed, steady groove.
- Once comfortable with the chords, try incorporating the signature lead riffs to make your performance sound closer to the original.
FAQs
Q: What are the chords for Safar?
A: The main chords used are Am, F, D, C, and G.
Q: What is the strumming pattern for Safar?
A: The verse uses D DUDU D DU D DU, while the chorus uses D DUDU U UD DUDU.
Q: Is Safar a beginner-friendly song on guitar?
A: Yes. The song uses only open chords and straightforward progressions, making it suitable for beginners who are comfortable with basic chord changes.
Q: Do I need a capo to play Safar on guitar?
A: No. The song is played without a capo in standard tuning.
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Final Thoughts
Safar is one of Arijit Singh's most soulful songs and works beautifully on acoustic guitar. The combination of simple chords, meaningful lyrics, and dynamic strumming makes it an excellent song for practicing expression and rhythm control. Once you get comfortable switching between the verse and chorus patterns, the song becomes incredibly rewarding to play and sing.
