Her first album Ishqa Ishqa came in 2004 with Gulzar as lyricist and husband Vishal Bhardwaj as composer. She is the recipient of 58th National Film Awards for the Best Female Playback singer for the film Ishqiya in 2011.
She is reportedly working on a new album on traditional sufi poetry.
Selected Discography
* Dilli 6 (2009)
* Haal-E-Dil (2008)
* No Smoking (2008)
* Superstar (2008)
* Laaga Chunari Mein Daag: Journey of a Woman (2007) (playback singer)
* Red Swastik (2007) (playback singer) (as Rekha Bhardwaj)
* Omkara (2006) (lead singer)
* Bachke Rehna Re Baba (2005) (playback singer) (as Rekha)
* Maqbool (2003) (playback singer) (as Rekha)
* Makdee (2002) (playback singer) (as Rekha Vishal)
* Abhay (2001) (as playback singer)
* Hu Tu Tu (1999) (music assistant) (as Rekha Vishal)
* Godmother (1999) (playback singer)
* Chachi 420 (1997) (playback singer)
* Maachis (1996) (music assistant) (as Rekha Vishal)
Ko Marag Tohe Mohe Milave
Rekha Bhardwaj Lyrics
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Badi Dheere Jali badi dheere jali nena dhuva dhuva nenaa. - 2 raton se...
Judaai Raajhan dhoondan main chaliya, Raajhan milya naahi Jigra v...
Phir Le Aya Dil Phir le aaya dil majboor kya keeje Phir le aaya dil...
The song "Ko Marag Tohe Mohe Milave" by Rekha Bhardwaj is a beautiful blend of emotions and melody. The first verse "Badal Uthiya" speaks of an impending change, perhaps a change in the season or a change in someone's life. The usage of the word "saasre ki" (my in-law's house) indicates that the change might be related to a bride leaving her parental home and moving to a new house. The second verse "Badi Dheere Jali" depicts someone's eyes that have been burning slowly over many nights, possibly due to unrequited love or sorrow. The slow burning of the eyes is represented by the phrase "dhuva dhuva nena."
The third verse "Judaai Raajhan" describes a person's journey looking for their beloved, expressing the pain of separation and the difficulty in finding the path to the loved one's heart. The word "jigra" (courage) shows that the journey is not easy and requires bravery. The last verse "Phir Le Aya Dil" speaks of a broken heart that has come back, even though it had no choice. The lyrics suggest that the heart is helpless in matters of love, and despite being broken, it keeps coming back for more.
Overall, the song evokes the feelings of love, separation, and longing, with each verse conveying a different emotion. Rekha Bhardwaj's soulful voice, coupled with the beautiful lyrics, makes it a treat to the ears.
Line by Line Meaning
Badal Uthiya Badal uthiya ri sakhi Badal uthiya ri sakhi Mere saasre ki...
Oh friend, the clouds have arisen in the sky, the clouds have arisen in the sky, and they're now hovering over my in-law's home.
Badi Dheere Jali badi dheere jali nena dhuva dhuva nenaa. - 2 raton se...
My eyes burned slowly, and became filled with smoke. For two nights now...
Judaai Raajhan dhoondan main chaliya, Raajhan milya naahi Jigra v...
I went looking for my beloved, but couldn't find him anywhere. My heart...
Phir Le Aya Dil Phir le aaya dil majboor kya keeje Phir le aaya dil...
My heart has been brought back again, what can I do when it's helpless? My heart...
Contributed by Samuel L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.