Shayad Guitar Chords (Luv Aaj Kal – Arijit Singh)
Looking for Shayad guitar chords? This page provides the complete chord sheet, strumming pattern, and tips to play it smoothly. The song is in standard tuning with capo on the 1st fret, and it uses chords like Dsus2 and Bm7, making it perfect for anyone who wants to capture the soulful vibe of this track from Luv Aaj Kal. Follow the strumming pattern carefully to get the feel just like the original.
Song Details
Artist: Arijit Singh
Tuning: Standard (EADGBE)
Capo: 1st Fret
Tricky Chords: Dsus2 (xx0230), Bm7 (X24232)
Strumming Pattern: D D U UD DUDU
Watch the Shayad Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step)
Intro riff
e|---0---------------0--------------| B|-----------3-----------------3----| G|------0---------------0-----------| D|--------------------------0-------| A|---3-----3---------3--------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|--------0---------0-----------0---| B|------1---------1-----------------| G|----0---------0-------------------| D|------------4--------------4------| A|--0----------------------2--------| E|-----------------------0----------|
Song Tabs
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--4--7/9--7-7--5-4-5-4--------7-7-| D|-----------------------7-5--7-----| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|----------------------------------| D|--9-7--9-7--9-7--9-7-5-4--5-5-----| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--4--7/9--7-7--5-4-5-4--------7-7-| D|-----------------------7-5--7-----| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|----------------------------------| D|--9-7--9-7--9-7--9-7-5-4--5-5-----| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--4-4/7-7-7-4--4-4-4--4/5-4-2-0-2-| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|-4-4/7-7-7-9-4--4-4-4-4/5-4-2-0-2-| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|---------------------7-7-7--------| D|--7-5-7-5-------------------------| A|----------7-5-5----5--------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--5-5--5/7--5-4---5-4--2----------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--4-4/7-7-7-4--4-4-4--4/5-4-2-0-2-| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|-8-7-8----------------------------| G|--------7-9-4--4-4-4-4/5-4-2-0-2--| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|---------------------7-7-7--------| D|--7-5-7-5-------------------------| A|----------7-5-5----5--------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|--5-5--5/7--5-4---5-4--2----------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
Flute Solo
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|-4-7-9-7--4-7-9-7--4-7-9-7--4-0-2-| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|-4-7-9-7--4-7--4-2-0-2--0-2-0-7-5-| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|----------------------------------| G|-4-7-9-7--4-7-9-7--4-7-9-7--4-0-2-| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
e|----------------------------------| B|-------------------3--------------| G|---4-7-9-7--4-0-2-----------------| D|----------------------------------| A|----------------------------------| E|----------------------------------|
(Intro Riff)
Shayad kabhi na keh sakoon main tumko
Kahe bina samajh lo tum shayad
Shayad mere khayal mein tum ik din
Milo mujhe kahin pe gum shaayad
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho.. rahenge hum nahin
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho.. rahenge hum nahin
Bm7 C G
Na chahiye kuch tum se zyada tum se kam nahi
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho.. toh hum bhi hum nahi
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho.. toh hum bhi hum nahi
Bm7 C G
Na chahiye kuch tum se zyada tum se kam nahi
(Flute Solo)
Em G Dsus2 Dsus2 (X4)
G C
Aankhon ko khaab dena
G C
Khud hi sawaal karke
Em C
Khud hi jawaab dena
G Dsus2
Teri taraf se
G C
Bin kaam kaam karna
G C
Jaana kahin ho chaahe
Em C
Har baar hi guzarna
G Dsus2
Teri taraf se
Em G Dsus2
Ye koshishein toh hongi kam nahin
Em G Dsus2
Ye koshishein toh hongi kam nahin
Bm7 C G
Na chahiye kuch tum se zyada tum se kam nahi
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho.. toh hum bhi hum nahi
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho.. toh hum bhi hum nahi
Bm7 C G
Na chahiye kuch tum se zyada tum se kam nahi
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho..
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho..
Em G Dsus2
Jo tum na ho...
Video Lesson
Watch the Shayad Guitar Chords Lesson (Step-by-Step)
Strumming Pattern Explained
D D U UD DUDU
Start with two soft downstrokes (D D) to create a gentle foundation.
Follow with U UD to add smooth rhythmic flow.
Finish with DUDU to maintain movement without overpowering the vocals.
Keep your wrist relaxed — the song needs a light, emotional touch.
Let chords like Dsus2 and Bm7 ring out clearly for that airy texture.
Practice slowly on Em – G – Dsus2 before playing at full tempo.
During “Jo tum na ho,” slightly increase strumming intensity to lift the chorus emotionally.
Teaching Notes (PRO Tips)
Use capo on 1st fret and treat chords as open positions for easier playability.
Dsus2 (xx0230) should sound open and resonant — avoid muting the high strings.
Bm7 (X24232) is easier than full Bm; ensure clean barre pressure on the 2nd fret.
Keep verses softer and gradually build dynamics into the chorus.
You can lightly arpeggiate the first verse for a more intimate acoustic feel.
Blend the intro riff between chord sections to make your performance sound closer to the original.
FAQs
Q: What chords are used in Shayad?
A: The song mainly uses Em, G, Dsus2, Bm7, and C in different sections.
Q: Is Shayad easy to play on guitar?
A: Yes, it’s beginner to intermediate friendly, especially with the capo on 1st fret.
Q: Do I need a capo to play Shayad?
A: Yes, place a capo on the 1st fret to match the original scale and feel.
Q: What strumming pattern should I use for Shayad?
A: Use D D U UD DUDU for a soft and flowing rhythm.
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Final Thoughts
Shayad is all about softness, space, and emotional dynamics. Focus on smooth chord transitions, relaxed strumming, and letting suspended chords breathe. Once comfortable, combine the intro and flute riffs with chord strumming to fully capture the soulful vibe of the song.
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