Sunn Raha Hai Na Tu
by Ankit Tiwari
"Sunn Raha Hai Na Tu" is a monumental, career-defining Hindi romantic rock ballad from the historic 2013 musical romance film Aashiqui 2. Masterfully composed and sung by Ankit Tiwari, with deeply evocative lyrics penned by Sandeep Nath, the track serves as a raw and passionate plea of love and desperation. Driven by heavy acoustic guitar strums, sweeping orchestral strings, and a powerful rock climax, the composition perfectly captures the agonizing pain of a lover pouring out their soul. In the film's narrative, the song acts as a vital plot device; a male version showcases the failing, alcoholic rockstar Rahul Jaykar (played by Aditya Roy Kapur) performing on stage, while a softer female rendition sung by Shreya Ghoshal highlights the rising stardom of his protégé, Aarohi (played by Shraddha Kapoor).
Upon its release by T-Series, the anthem became an immediate global phenomenon, dominating music charts for months and catapulting Ankit Tiwari into overnight stardom. The track's iconic hook line, "Apne karam ki kar adaayein, yaara reya" ("Bless me with your kindness, my love"), struck a massive chord with audiences, turning it into one of the most celebrated heartbreak anthems of the decade. The song swept major industry accolades, earning Ankit Tiwari a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Male Playback Singer and securing him the trophy for Best Music Director alongside co-composers Mithoon and Jeet Gannguli.
Apne karam ki kar adaayein
Yaara Yaaraa.. yaara
Mujhko iraade de
Kasamein de waade de
Meri duaaon ke ishaaron ko sahaare de
Dil ko thikaane de
Naye bahaane de
Khaabon ki baarishon ko
Mausam ke paimane de
Apne karam ki kar adaayein
Kar de idhar bhi tu nigaahein
Sun raha hai naa tu
Ro raha hun main
Sun raha hai naa tu
Kyun ro raha hun main
Manzilein ruswa hain
Khoya hai raasta
Aaye le jaaye
Itni si iltejaa
Ye meri zamanat hai
Tu meri amaanat hai.. haan
Apne karam ki kar adayein
Kar de idhar bhi tu nigaahein
Sun raha hai naa tu
Ro raha hoon main
Sun raha hai naa tu
Kyun ro raha hun main
Waqt bhi thehara hai
Kaise kyun ye huaa
Kaash tu aise aaye
Jaise koi duaa
Tu rooh ki raahat hai
Tu meri ibaadat hai
Apne karam ki kar adaayein
Kar de idhar bhi tu nigaahein
Sun raha hai naa tu
Ro raha hoon main
Sun raha hai naa tu
Kyun ro raha hun main
Yaara Yaaraa.. yaara
