We all have our dull days when we need the motivation to just get off our beds. Days when everything just feels too difficult. The small moments of joy escape our appreciation. On days like this, good music is the way to go.

Soothing melodies combined with words that speak directly to your heart have the ability to flip your mood by 180-degrees. Sometimes, all you need is for someone to tell you that it’s going to be okay, no matter what. And then, remind you of the little things that bring you happiness, the little moments. There are so many original songs that will touch your hearts bringing you pure joy.

Here are some original songs for you, to simply remind you of what you already know – the importance and beauty of all the little moments of life.

Anupam Roy composed an original piece titled, “Manzil” which directly translates to destination. But the entire song revolves around the satisfaction of the journey. As he phrases it in the description of his YouTube video, “Where you end up is not that important but how you do it is.” He promotes kindness and love to all, through his words. The bright beats with soothing music and gleeful animation just adds to the entire aesthetic.

Our next artist with one of their upbeat original songs is actually an independent rock band named Raahie. On the 25^th of July 2020, they uploaded a wholesome video for their song “Beparwaah Dil”, which I assure you, will melt your heart. The original music video clips of their fans and families – including adorable babies and old people – spending time together during this current panic. If happiness could be put in one video, it would be this.

As much as artists require an audience, I wouldn’t be wrong in saying that all of us need art in our life perhaps just as desperately. This unique year is gently nearing towards its dusk, but the global panic was certainly relieved by many different permutations of art coming together. The realm of Original Compositions was definitely one of them. More and more fresh voices are taking the centre stage as we go through a paradigm shift in how we view art as a whole. This wave has inundated India in the most beautiful way possible, leaving us with a tidal rise in Indian acoustic and indie music

So many people are boldly incorporating instruments such as the ukulele and animations into their work. The limit of creativity is now limitless.
So let us cut to the chase and present you with three masterful compositions that might just find a permanent place in your playlists.

On July 30th, Anuv Jain released a song called ‘Alag Aasman’. Combining his soulful voice with eye-catching graphics and the Ukulele, he has certainly created a masterpiece. And that is clearly reflected by it getting 1M+ views! The song is an ode to the strength and commitment of couples who stay far apart.

A few months ago, on the 25th of September, artist Ashu Shukla released a single called ‘Phir se Shuru’. With a fluid voice and deeply touching lyrics, the song is about ‘reinitiation of love’. It’s all about finding the emotional strength to start over and give in all you have to the one that you love. 

And of course, last but not least, we have Dil Lagana by Girish Nakod featuring Kaprila. Released on the 20th of May, this song is a contemporary and fresh booster for all those who yearn for somebody they do not know yet. Using stunning animations and graphics, this is another one for the books.

Happy Listening!

We all connect to that one song, but we have different stories. A song that means heartbreak for you, could mean love for me. Every artist, every musician has a story. When they sing, when they create music, they are telling you their story. While sure, the words may stay the same; maybe the general emotion remains constant, but the story changes. Their voice, the way they emote, the melody – these are what set apart covers.

If you like to listen to original renditions of music offering you something special and unique, something extra-ordinary, you’re in the right place!

First up is Shoddo Khan, with a heart-wrenching acoustic cover of the Ae Dil Hai Mushkil – the title track. There’s something very authentic and unique about his version of the song. Maybe, it’s the fact that there are no added sound effects or fancy camera work And that is what makes it truly beautiful; Just something about watching him with his guitar singing his heart out. With over 165k subscribers on YouTube, I would definitely recommend you to go check out his music, simply for the rawness of his husky voice as he sings with all the pain and love in the world.

But if you are someone who prefers unique renditions with high-quality music videos, Prince Pratap is your man. Originally from Dehradun, Prince Pratap sings not only Bollywood but Punjabi and Sufi music too. He always adds his own twist to the songs he covers, making them stand out. He also makes sure to give his audience the best quality videos with brilliant sound and lighting. You can see the effort he puts into his music, making them his own. Check out his version of Oh Oh Jaane Jaana clicking the link below!

Last but not definitely not the least, we have our two musician brothers, Jalaj and Rajat from Chandigarh with an unconventional yet remarkable cover of Lata Mangeshkar’s Humne Sanam Ko Khat Likha Hai. They merged their original rap verse making the cover beyond unique. In fact, the rap flow is so seamless that it just fits into the song. While adding to this timeless song, it still somehow feels true to its original self. To conclude, I think you should check out all these artists and you can start with JalRaj by clicking the link below!

We feel so much through music. The notes on the piano, strums of the guitar, beats of drums, maybe an occasional flute and just the right words placed in the right places – all these pieced together to evoke emotions deep within you, taking you back and making you feel all those memories and moments. The music, the words, everything feels like it’s meant for us, it’s our story. These original compositions will take us on a melodious journey.

Have you ever loved a friend? Just been in love with your friend, your best friend. And been so afraid to tell them – because what if you lose your friendship? What if you can’t handle the rejection? What if they leave – you can’t force them to stay. So, you keep the truth hidden, the words aren’t uttered. They don’t know and you continue to suffer. Irrevocably in love with them, constantly hurting. That feeling is what ‘Tumse Mohabbat Hai’ is all about. Jalaj and Rajat, the two brothers who composed this beautiful, heart-wrenching piece about untold feelings, unheard words and unrequited love. ‘Ab nahi hai humko aise jeena, tera hoke bhi tera na hona,” just breaks your heart with all the truth, pain and love it carries. I think it’s the love intertwined with agony in his voice that you can physically hear as he sings the chorus, ‘Tumse Mohobbat Hai’. So, when the tears fall down your eyes, don’t be surprised. As they themselves said, all of us fall in love. Some get to confess, some don’t.

Every story isn’t about unconfessed feelings though. Some have happy endings. Some friendships turn into something more, they get closer, and their love grows stronger every day and it’s simply an immaculate feeling. Darshit Nayak’s song, ‘Pyar aur Dosti’ is about such a story, it’s his story. In this song about friends turned lovers, the love for his wife is so apparent in his voice as he professes his feelings for his wife. Not everyone is lucky enough to survive a love like this and narrate the tale and he considers himself lucky to be able to marry the woman he loves, someone who supports and knows him – she understands him. This original is hopeful for all those who dare to dream of love with a happy ending.

Ah the Ukulele! It’s not hard to wax poetic about this instrument for it has the unique power to evoke bittersweet nostalgia and happiness with just some strumming. A member of the lute family of instruments, it is usually a four-stringed guitar-like instrument whose inception is credited to the Portuguese immigrants in Hawaii. From there, it gained humongous popularity in the United States and soon took over the rest of the world. Such is the nature of this beautiful world that we live in, that this instrument now has virtuosos from all over the world and India certainly isn’t far behind.

For instance Arya Dhayal uploaded an incredibly unique fusion of ‘Radha Kaise na Jale’’ composed by A.R Rahman for the feature film ‘Lagaan’ and ‘Havana’ by Camilla Cabello supported by, you guessed it: the ukulele. The seamlessness with which Arya’s voice transitioned from indian to western was nothing short of astonishing. Many worlds collided to create this piece of art and if you haven’t opened another tab to watch it at this very instant, you might be missing out!

Bringing us a cover of the song ‘Tujhko jo paaya’ from the movie ‘Crook’ is Parbani Sinha. In only a minute and nineteen seconds she has shown her mastery over the sweet instrument and presented us with a unique rendering of this underrated song.

On June 18th, Kavya Narayan released her soulful imagining of the song ‘Baarishein’ by Anuv Jain. The strumming of the strings marries her melodious voice so beautifully that you might be in the danger of listening to this on loop again and again. What can we say, the talent the lovely people of our nation has simply cannot be encompassed.

We hope you enjoyed these covers! Happy listening. What songs do you think would sound perfectly with the Ukulele?