Jasmine
Anju Lyrics

Piano keys, winter gloves
The singer associates the scent of jasmine and sandalwood with memories of playing the piano and bundling up in winter gear, and credits this individual with those positive experiences.

I owe it all to you
The singer recognizes the impact that the person they are addressing has had on their life - they seem to credit this person with creating a life filled with wonder and happiness.

Cherry seeds, mango pulp
The singer associates the individual with exotic and wonderful flavors, perhaps suggesting that they introduced the singer to new, exciting experiences.

Sidewalk shoes
The artist connects the person they are addressing with everyday experiences, like walking down a sidewalk in comfortable shoes. This may suggest that the individual has been a consistent and grounding force in the artist's life.

Lullabies, shiny eyes
The artist associates the person they are addressing with peaceful bedtime memories and the warmth of affectionate attention. This suggests that the individual may have shown the artist kindness and love throughout their life.

Living room levitation
The singer recalls being so full of joy that they felt like they were floating in the air - and they credit this feeling with this individual's impact on their life.

Dollar coins, finger joints
The singer connects the person they are addressing with small yet significant moments, like finding change on the street or cracking their fingers after a long day. This may suggest that they find comfort in even the smallest memories of this individual.

Riddles with a little patience
The artist recalls working through puzzles and games with this individual, and remembers that it was often a rewarding experience that required patience and collaboration.

You smell of jasmine and sandalwood so far
The recurring phrase throughout the lyrics, this line reinforces the artist's association of the individual with pleasant and comforting scents.

तुम जियो हज़ारों साल साल के दिन हों पचास हज़ार
A Hindi phrase that translates to, 'May you live for thousands of years, may the days be fifty thousand.' The artist addresses the individual and wishes them a long and happy life filled with vitality and many, many days.

Tandem bike, lemonade
The singer associates the person they are addressing with fun summer activities, suggesting that they have shared many happy memories in the sun together.

Bed time bellyache
The artist recalls the discomfort of a sick stomach, but notes that this individual was always there to offer comfort and soothe them through the pain.

Soothe me with turmeric
The singer reveals that this individual has a specific method of caring for them when they are unwell - offering turmeric as a healing remedy. This may suggest that the individual is nurturing and attentive to the singer's needs.

Candles to celebrate
The singer associates the individual with moments of joy and celebration, like blowing out candles on a cake. This may suggest that the person is often the center of happy occasions.

Now I’m grown, we’re getting old
The singer notes that they and the individual have both aged together, and that they are now grown and have watched this person age as well. This suggests that they have grown up alongside one another and share a long history.

Wings sprouting out our backs
The artist uses a metaphor to describe themselves and the individual as though they have sprouted wings and are preparing to fly off into new adventures. This suggests that there is always a sense of excitement and potential for new experiences between the two.

In my hair, honeycomb
The artist associates the individual's scent with the sweetness of honey, and describes it as though it is physically present in their hair. This may suggest that the person has a particularly potent and memorable scent, and that the artist finds comfort in it.

One thousand come and pass
The singer reflects on the long history shared between them and the individual, noting that a thousand moments and experiences have happened and passed by. This suggests that they have shared a very full and meaningful relationship.

Tell me a bedtime story
The singer takes on the persona of a little girl, and asks the individual to share a comforting bedtime story with them. This suggests that the individual has been a parental or caring figure to the singer throughout their life.

Little girl living in me
The artist reveals that they still carry a childlike sense of innocence and wonder within them, and that this is partly due to the impact that the individual has had on their life. This suggests that they have helped the artist maintain a sense of childlike joy and curiosity throughout their life.

Wide-eyed, nodding head
The artist describes the physical actions of a curious child, and associates them with their own desire to learn and understand more about the world. This suggests that the individual has inspired the artist's sense of wonder and interest in life.

Tangled hair, fennel breath
The artist describes themselves as though they are still a child, with messy hair and the scent of fennel on their breath. This suggests that they still see themselves as the little girl they once were, and that the individual has helped keep that part of them alive and well.