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Monta Re - Guitar Chords | Lootera | Swanand Kirkire


Song Monta Re
Movie Lootera (2013)
Singer Swanand Kirkire, Amitabh Bhattacharya
Music Amit Trivedi
Lyrics Amitabh Bhattacharya
Language Hindi / Bengali Folk
Genre Folk / Soulful

Guitar Chords



E – Bsus4 – Asus2 – G#m – C#m – F#m – E7 – B

Tuning: Standard EADGBE
Capo: No Capo
Key: E

For beginners, start with:

E → B → A → F#m

The song has a beautiful Bengali folk influence with a soulful, nostalgic feel — perfect for acoustic guitar. The chord progression blends open chords with a few barre chords for depth.

Strumming Pattern

For the main rhythm:

D – D – U – D – U – D

Where:
D = Down
U = Up

For a softer, more folk-like feel, use gentle downstrokes:

D – D – D – D

Keep the strumming soft and controlled. This song works best when played with restraint and emotion.

Intro

E | Bsus4 | Asus2 | Bsus4

Repeat twice. Play softly and let each chord ring before starting the vocals.


Lyrics with Guitar Chords

Verse 1

[E] Kaagaz ke do pankh leke
[Bsus4] Uda chala jaaye re
[Asus2] Jahan nahi jaana tha ye
[Bsus4] Wahin chala haye re

[G#m] Umar ka yeh taana-baana
[C#m] Samajh na paaye re
[F#m] Zubaan pe jo moh-maaya
[G#m] Namak lagaaye re

Chorus

[E7] Ke dekhe na, bhaale na, jaane na
[Bsus4] Daaye re
[E] Kaisa murkh mann hai!

Verse 2

[E] Kaagaz ke do pankh leke
[Bsus4] Uda chala jaaye re
[Asus2] Jahan nahi jaana tha ye
[Bsus4] Wahin chala haye re

[G#m] Umar ka yeh taana-baana
[C#m] Samajh na paaye re
[F#m] Zubaan pe jo moh-maaya
[G#m] Namak lagaaye re

Bridge

[E7] Ke dekhe na, bhaale na, jaane na
[Bsus4] Daaye re
[E] Disha haara, kyamun boka monta re

Verse 3

[F#m] Fateh kare qile saare
[F#m] Bhed jaaye deewarein
[B] Prem koi sendh laage
[B] (Sendh lage re lage)

[F#m] Agar-magar, baari-baari
[F#m] Jiya ko yun uchhaale
[B] Jiya nahin gend laage
[B] (Gend lage re lage)

[G#m] Maati ko ye chandan sa
[C#m] Maathe pe sajaaye re
[F#m] Zubaan pe jo moh-maaya
[G#m] Namak lagaaye re

Final Chorus

[E7] Ke dekhe na, bhaale na, jaane na
[Bsus4] Daaye re
[E] Disha haara, kyamun boka monta re
[E] Kya bewakoof dimaag hai!

Repeat chorus until fade.


Easy Chord Progression

For absolute beginners, use just three chords:

E → B → A

Play each chord for four beats. Focus on smooth transitions before adding the strumming pattern.

The G#m and C#m chords are barre chords. If you're a beginner, you can substitute them with B and F#m respectively until your fingers get stronger.

Guitar Tip

Monta Re is a beautiful Bengali folk-inspired song about the restless, foolish mind that chases what it shouldn't. The music reflects the lyrics — playful, philosophical, and deeply melodic. To capture this feel:

  • Verse: Soft downstrokes, let the chords ring
  • Chorus: Slightly stronger strumming with folk energy
  • Bridge: Lighter strumming, almost conversational

Use a clean acoustic tone. No effects needed. This song sounds best with a natural, unprocessed guitar sound.

For maximum folk feel, try fingerpicking during the verses. Use your thumb for bass notes and fingers for the higher strings. This creates a more intimate feel that matches the song's mood of quiet reflection.

Difficulty

Intermediate – The song uses a mix of open chords and barre chords (G#m, C#m, F#m). The chord progression is manageable, but the folk rhythm and the transitions between open and barre chords require some practice. The main challenge is maintaining the song's gentle, reflective feel.


❓ FAQ

What chords are used in Monta Re?

The song uses eight main chords: E, Bsus4, Asus2, G#m, C#m, F#m, E7, and B. Beginners can start with just E, B, and A.

Is Monta Re easy to play on guitar?

It's intermediate level. The open chords are easy, but the barre chords (G#m, C#m) and the folk rhythm make it slightly challenging for absolute beginners.

What is the strumming pattern for Monta Re?

The main pattern is D – D – U – D – U – D. For a softer feel, use slow downstrokes: D – D – D – D.

Do I need a capo for Monta Re?

No capo is needed. Play with standard tuning (EADGBE) in the key of E.


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