Born July 7, 1973 in Merut on the outskirts of Delhi, India to a family with Kashmiri roots, Kher moved to New Delhi as a young child. Kher’s father, a Hindu priest, was an amateur musician whose performances of traditional folk songs were a regular household event. Even as a four year old, Kher revealed a natural musical talent and he would often impress friends and family by belting out songs with his prematurely powerful voice. At the age of 14, Kher left home in search of a guru to further his musical training, and he embarked on years of classical and folk music study.
At first, his parents discouraged his dedication to music, and in deference to their wishes Kher tried his hand at the import/export business. Clearly, his passions lay elsewhere, as this endeavor proved a dismal failure. In 2001, Kher left New Delhi for Mumbai, the epicenter of India’s highly competitive music industry, to seek his fortunes as a professional singer. For a while, Kher struggled, living in cheap residence hotels and eking out whatever musical work he could find to make ends meet. Kher’s first recording was on an advertising jingle for a diamond company, for which he was paid the equivalent of $100.
Soon after recording a handful of jingles, the raw, earthy and soulful strength of his voice - often compared to the late qawwali maestro Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - caught the attention of every production house and film composer in Mumbai. His big break came with the song “Allah Ke Bande” from the movie Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part II. The song became more famous then the film itself, and its success made him a household name. By 2004, Kher had been catapulted into the national spotlight, and has since performed on over one hundred and fifty Hindi film soundtracks, has sung in over fourteen languages on a number of regional Indian films, not to mention recording more than four hundred radio and television advertising jingles.
Though the Bollywood playback world has proven rewarding, Kher finds more personal satisfaction in the music he writes and records with Naresh and Paresh Kamath, brothers and prominent members of his band Kailasa. Fixtures on the Indian rock and pop scene, Naresh and Paresh were veterans of the popular band Bombay Black.
Combining Kher’s strong traditional folk sensibilities and lyrics invoking Sufi mysticism, with Naresh and Paresh’s more modern rock, electronic and funk influences, Kailash Kher & Kailasa released their first album, Kailasa, in 2006, which resulted in the smash hits “Teri Deewani” and “Tauba Tauba.” This was followed in 2007 by their second album Jhoomo Re, which was also a critical and commercial success.
In 2008, Kher was invited to become a judge on the television series Indian Idol, the local version of the successful singing competition. With his bubbly spirit and an infectious, expansive personality, Kher endeared himself to the Indian mainstream. It is impossible for Kher to walk the streets anywhere in India without his being besieged by adoring autograph seekers, and he has earned even further admiration for the openness with which he treats his fans.
In 2007, Kher participated in a concert tour in the US, Canada and the Caribbean entitled The Incredibles, a massive stage extravaganza that also starred fellow Bollywood singers Asha Bhosle, Sonu Nigam and Kunal Ganjawala. While the show allowed Kher to perform in front of huge audiences at major amphitheaters, it was his appearance with Kailasa at the January 2008 edition of GlobalFest at New York’s Webster Hall where Kher’s true artistry was on display. The group’s performance that evening electrified the audience, and proved to be the first step in launching Kher’s career as a global world music star.
Never ones to rest on their laurels, 2009 promises to be an entirely new adventure for Kailash Kher & Kailasa with the release of their first international album on the acclaimed independent record label Cumbancha. The album will feature new songs, re-recorded versions of their most appealing tracks and acoustic versions of enduring hits. The time has come for the world to discover a voice that millions of Indians already consider one of the greatest in music today.
Chak De Phattey
Kailash Kher Lyrics
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Tu Khud Har Teri Fauj Tu Hi Toli Tu Hi Toli )... (2)
Taaron Ko Pakad Lein De
Tej Dhaaron Ko Jakad Lein De
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, Ho Chak Lein De
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chak Lein De
Oho Chak Lein De, Aha Chak Lein De
Oho Chak Lein De, Suraj Ko Tak Lein De, O Tak Lein De
( Teri Gurrahat Sing Ki Dahaad Hai, Dahaad Hai
Tu Zara Zara Tu Pahaaad Hai, Pahaad Hai )... (2)
Lehron Ko Jakad Lein De, Toofan Ko Akad Lein De
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chak Lein De... (2)
Suraj Ko Tak Lein De, O Tak Lein De
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chal Lein De..
( Ab Dhoka Hai Kuch Khas Dikha Jalwa, Dikha Jalwa
Manzil Khud Aayi Paas Dikha Jalwa, Dikha Jalwa )... (2)
Saanson Ko Dehek Lein De.., Jazbaton Ko Mehek Lein De..
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De
Ooo Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De Chak Lein De
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De........
Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De........
Tu Jo Chah Le Agar Kadmon Mein Tre Hoh Shikhar
Tu Khud Par Yakeen Kar
Suraj Ko Tak Lein De, O Tak Lein De...
The lyrics to Kailash Kher's song "Chak De Phattey" are an anthem for empowerment and self-belief. The first stanza talks about how the power lies within oneself and how they can be their own army. The lines "Hai Nahi Teer Talvar Nahi Goli Nahi Goli, Tu Khud Har Teri Fauj Tu Hi Toli Tu Hi Toli" meaning that there is no need for weapons as the person can be their own army. They can control the elements and take charge of their destiny as expressed in the lines "Taaron Ko Pakad Lein De, Tej Dhaaron Ko Jakad Lein De." The phrase "Chak De Phattey" used repetitively refers to the act of breaking free from any hindrances or shackles and moving forward in life powerfully.
The second stanza further emphasizes the idea that one's strength comes from within, "Teri Gurrahat Sing Ki Dahaad Hai, Tu Zara Zara Tu Pahaaad Hai." The lyrics encourage the listener to take control of the storms in their life and face them head-on. "Lehron Ko Jakad Lein De, Toofan Ko Akad Lein De" means to hold back the waves and the storm. Together, both stanzas encourage the listener to take charge of their own path, "Tu Jo Chah Le Agar Kadmon Mein Tre Hoh Shikhar, Tu Khud Par Yakeen Kar" meaning that one can reach the pinnacle of success as long as they have faith in themselves and their capabilities.
Overall, the song is a motivational anthem to inspire listeners to believe in themselves and realize their full potential.
Line by Line Meaning
Hai Nahi Teer Talvar Nahi Goli Nahi Goli Tu Khud Har Teri Fauj Tu Hi Toli Tu Hi Toli
You don't need arrows, swords or bullets, as you command your own army.
Taaron Ko Pakad Lein De Tej Dhaaron Ko Jakad Lein De Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, Ho Chak Lein De Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chak Lein De Oho Chak Lein De, Aha Chak Lein De Oho Chak Lein De, Suraj Ko Tak Lein De, O Tak Lein De Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chal Lein De
Catch the stars, grab the blazing swords, and let's celebrate with breaking open barrels. Let's aim to capture the sun and move forward.
Teri Gurrahat Sing Ki Dahaad Hai, Dahaad Hai Tu Zara Zara Tu Pahaaad Hai, Pahaad Hai
Your roar is like a lion's, and you are as strong as a mountain.
Lehron Ko Jakad Lein De, Toofan Ko Akad Lein De Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chak Lein De... (2) Suraj Ko Tak Lein De, O Tak Lein De Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, O Chal Lein De..
Catch the waves, and rise above the storm, let's break open some barrels. Aim to reach the sun and move forward.
Ab Dhoka Hai Kuch Khas Dikha Jalwa, Dikha Jalwa Manzil Khud Aayi Paas Dikha Jalwa, Dikha Jalwa... (2) Saanson Ko Dehek Lein De.., Jazbaton Ko Mehek Lein De.. Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De, Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De Ooo Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De Chak Lein De Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De........ Aaj Phatte Chak Lein De........ Tu Jo Chah Le Agar Kadmon Mein Tre Hoh Shikhar Tu Khud Par Yakeen Kar Suraj Ko Tak Lein De, O Tak Lein De...
Now let's show off something special, the destination is near, let's catch our breath and show our emotions. Break open some barrels and celebrate. Believe in yourself and you can reach the summits. Aim to reach the sun and move forward.
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@anirbanc88
Eh duniya utt patanga, kithe hath te kithe tangaan
rati kukdi dendi banga eh de chak de phatte
yeh duniya khel tamasha,eh tedi medi bhasha
eh thish bhish thathoon shuhshan, eh de chak de phatte
eh chak de chak de chak de chak de chak de phatte(let me say)
eh chak de chak de chak de chak de chak de phatte(Chak de)
chak de chak de chak de chak de chak de phatte(let me say)
chak de chak de chak de chak de chak de phatte(Chak de)
eh duniya mast kalandar ja utte bhetha bandar
samjhe apnoo sikandar eh de chak de phatte
eh duniya bari bari chak de sare nar nari
tu kanu baniya bhikhari eh de chak de phatte
@Bhanu_gulati
Aaj Achanak yaad aa gya 🤣
@ariba5326
Hahaha😂😂
@upendrasingh1522
Hahaha
@akashraskar4967
😂
@rizwannazir2576
Sameee bro
@mohitjangra2688
Same bhai
@sudhanshupandita1503
It's 2024 and we 90's kids still remember this banger 😂❤
@digitalnomad29
Seriously yaar
@abhijeetm29
Back in 2007 towards the end of my JEE preparation, I'd solve Brilliant Mock test every afternoon. After the session I'd play musik (still on Audio cassette) and this would be the first song. Getting this song on magnetic tapes was a story in itself as CD's were gaining popularity by mid 2000s so not many wanted to go retro.
Few months later I'd join the university and return home during winter break. By then I had embraced CDs and as a tribute to my preparation days, got all those song, incl. 'Chak de phatte' burned on disk.
@saurabhganar666
What you do now