After completing his education in Himachal Pradesh, Chauhan came to Delhi where he formed the band Silk Route in 1996.The band released two albums, Boondein and Pehchan before getting dissolved and in 2008 Chauhan released the solo album Kalam, for which he composed and sung. Boondein was their first album and included the song "Dooba Dooba". In Bollywood, his career started when he sang the A. R. Rahman song "Khoon Chala" in Rang De Basanti.
In 2009 he released his second solo album Fitoor.
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Man Lafanga
Mohit Chauhan Lyrics
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Apne mann ki kare
Hoo yun toh mera hi hai
Mujhse bhi na darre
Woh bheege bheege khayalon mein dooba rahe
Main sambhal ja kahun fisalta rahe
Ishq mehnga pade
Phir bhi sauda kare
Apne mann ki kare
Hoo jaane kyun udaasi iss ko pyaari lagey
Chaahe kyun nayi si koi beemari lagey
Bechaini raaton ki neendon mein aankhein jagey
Lamha har lamha kyun bojh sa bhaari lagey
Hoo bhanwra sa ban ke machalta hai
Bas tere peeche peeche chalta hai
Junoon sa lahu mein ubalta hai
Luccha be baat hi uchalta hai
Woh bheege bheege khayalon mein dooba rahe
Main sambhal ja kahun fisalta rahe
Ishq mehnga pade
Phir bhi sauda kare
Man lafanga bada (lafanga)
Apne mann ki kare
Oo ambar ke paari jaane kya takkta rahe
Baadal ke gaon mein baaki batakta rahe
Teri hi khushboo mein yeh toh mehekta rahe
Dheemi si aanch pe ishq sa pakta rahe
Oo teri hi baaton se pighalta hai
Chai mein cheeni jaise ghulta hai
Deewana aisa kahan milta hai
Pyaar mein yaaro sab chalta hai
Ho bheege bheege khayalon mein dooba rahe
Main sambhal ja kahun fisalta rahe
Ishq mehnga pade
Phir bhi sauda kare
Man lafanga bada (lafanga)
Apne mann ki kare
The song "Man Lafanga" by Mohit Chauhan is a poetic representation of the wild and carefree nature of love. The title itself, roughly translated to "wild heart," sets the tone for the entire song as Chauhan sings about surrendering oneself to the madness of love. The lyrics suggest that regardless of the consequences, someone with a "wild heart" will go after what they want and not be afraid.
The song is rich in metaphors and imagery that is used to explain how the singer is consumed by love. The lines "bheege bheege khayalon mein dooba rahe" suggest that the singer is drowning in their own thoughts about the person they love. They are unable to focus on anything else and are constantly lost in their daydreams. The lines "Junoon sa lahu mein ubalta hai" suggest that love burns hot within them, like a fever. The singer cannot control their emotions and is completely consumed by the love within them.
The song's chorus emphasizes the theme of living life boldly and daringly. The "lafanga" (wild heart) in the lyrics represents the person who lives life on their own terms without fear. The singer is not afraid to chase after love, even if it turns out to be an expensive gamble. The chorus is very catchy and reinforces the message of the song, which is to go after what you love, even if it seems reckless.
Line by Line Meaning
Man lafanga bada
I am a free spirit, living life on my own terms
Apne mann ki kare
I follow my heart, regardless of what others may think
Hoo yun toh mera hi hai
My life is my own, and I am responsible for my own decisions
Mujhse bhi na darre
I am unafraid to take risks and chase my dreams
Woh bheege bheege khayalon mein dooba rahe
Lost in my own thoughts and daydreams
Main sambhal ja kahun fisalta rahe
I try my best to stay grounded, even when it's difficult
Ishq mehnga pade
Love can be costly and difficult
Phir bhi sauda kare
Still, it's worth the investment
Hoo jaane kyun udaasi iss ko pyaari lagey
Sometimes, sadness can feel comforting
Chaahe kyun nayi si koi beemari lagey
Even if it feels like a new sickness
Bechaini raaton ki neendon mein aankhein jagey
Sleepless in restless nights, my eyes remain open
Lamha har lamha kyun bojh sa bhaari lagey
Every moment seems heavy and burdensome
Hoo bhanwra sa ban ke machalta hai
Like a hummingbird buzzing around
Bas tere peeche peeche chalta hai
I am following my heart and my passion
Junoon sa lahu mein ubalta hai
My passion runs hot like blood
Luccha be baat hi uchalta hai
I say foolish things, without a care in the world
Oo ambar ke paari jaane kya takkta rahe
I don't know what lies ahead, but I'm excited to find out
Baadal ke gaon mein baaki batakta rahe
I wander through the clouds, without direction or purpose
Teri hi khushboo mein yeh toh mehekta rahe
Your scent lingers with me, filling me with joy
Dheemi si aanch pe ishq sa pakta rahe
My love burns like a slow flame, but remains steady
Oo teri hi baaton se pighalta hai
Your words melt my heart and soul
Chai mein cheeni jaise ghulta hai
Like sugar dissolving in a cup of tea
Deewana aisa kahan milta hai
Where else can you find a madman like me?
Pyaar mein yaaro sab chalta hai
Anything is possible in love
Contributed by Evan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@siddharthgupta7959
Nostalgic! This was the first song I dedicated to someone really special :) and since then we're together ๐
Edit #1: 01.2020 :- We broke up twice ๐ We are best friends now. The song still resonates and reminds me of 2010.
Edit #2: 08.2020 :- We both are really good friends (still). Both are in the same country, different cities (abroad). She is doing her Master's (Engg) and am doing my PhD (Medicine). The harsh truth is that all relationships end with time (LIFE). Try to cling on the friendship if you can. It's been 10 years since my first relationship and this song..
Edit #3: 22.04.2021 :- Had 2 relationships, 2 heartbreaks, still in contact with both of them coz they're nice people. Moral: Modify your relationship from being lovers to friends if you can! Don't let things get sour and love/breakups are a part of life. Keep smiling, have a nice day.
Edit #4: 18.01.2022 :- Make the count 3 :) Started a clean slate this year. No past connections. No irregular nostalgic meltdowns. New people, new opportunities and an old soul. Happy New Year everyone :)
Edit #5: 21.01.2023 :- Happy New Year everyone!! Last year, it was a good idea to start a fresh slate. Worked great for me! Last year was very ambitious and rewarding at the same time. Understood the importance of Peace and Love last year. Let's see how this one goes! Also, never thought that my comment will get so many likes. Thank you for reading this :)
Edit #6: 14.02.2024 :- Happy New Year's everyone! Congratulations on your marriage (you know who), I am genuinely happy for you! Regarding the rest, this journey has been very rewarding both in terms of professional and personal growth. Not forcing anything in life now. If love happens, I'll embrace it. If it stays, I'll nurture it. If it decides to go, I'll bid goodbye. At a very peaceful place in my life right now. Aging well - both the song & me :)
@reishar869
can't believe such a beautiful song is so underrated
@sharfishaikhi8192
Idiot people have made it underrated
@ashutosh1114
Because the movie wasn't that hit. People didn't paid much attention to its songs. But Mohit chauhan is always a hit no matter what the movie is. Loved this song
@ahanasharma370
@@sharfishaikhi8192 ๐๐
@kvr9284
Music director also very under rated ...R Anandh
@bindu9860
Same here
@madhursurve6363
2010 memories!! When youtube was less watched and this song was played more on our regular music channels..Still remember this movie was released during the rainy times of 2010..and it's 11 years now..time flies ๐
@kkobsessed
This song was literally played the most in every music channel and I always use to avoid and change the channel whenever it got played ๐ข
@riya50441
I remembered watching this movie during Durga Puja and especially used to hum this song
@bite-sizedreviews4144
โ@@riya50441 ditto. Watched it during Durga Puja