Pardesi Pardesi Lyrics, Meaning & English Translation

What is “Pardesi Pardesi” about?

“Pardesi Pardesi” is a emotional indie song in Hindi by Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Sapna Awasthi (Raja Hindustani (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), 1996-11-15). Pardesi Pardesi captures the timeless pain of romantic separation and longing that defines so many 1990s Bollywood ballads. Read the full lyrics with English translation below, or stream it on Spotify and YouTube Music.

Pardesi Pardesi — Lyrics

Chorus: Pardesi pardesi jaana nahin Mujhe chhod ke, mujhe chhod ke Verse 1: Mere dil ki dhadkan tu hi to hai Teri yaad mein main khoya rehta hoon Verse 2: Tere bina yeh dil udaas hai Tere bina yeh ghar soona hai Verse 3: Pyaar kiya tha tujhse maine Ab na ja pardesi mujhe chhod ke Chorus: Pardesi pardesi jaana nahin Mujhe chhod ke jaana nahin

English Translation

Translated by My Geet AI Beats

Chorus: Foreigner foreigner don't go Don't leave me, don't leave me Verse 1: You are the beat of my heart I remain lost in your memories Verse 2: Without you this heart is sad Without you this home is empty Verse 3: I had fallen in love with you Now don't go foreigner leaving me Chorus: Foreigner foreigner don't go Don't leave me and go

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Meaning & Story Behind “Pardesi Pardesi”

Pardesi Pardesi captures the timeless pain of romantic separation and longing that defines so many 1990s Bollywood ballads. The song explores themes of heartbreak, emotional vulnerability and the fear of abandonment when a lover must depart, evoking deep melancholy mixed with tender affection. Culturally it resonates as an anthem for anyone facing distance in relationships, whether due to migration, work or fate, and remains popular among diaspora communities who relate to the 'pardesi' metaphor of being an outsider in love. This track is for heartbroken lovers, nostalgic fans of classic Hindi cinema and anyone who has felt the ache of goodbye. In the film Raja Hindustani it underscores the central couple's class-crossing romance and impending challenges. Pardesi Pardesi showcases Udit Narayan and Alka Yagnik at their melodic best while highlighting the movie's emotional core. The song name Pardesi Pardesi continues to evoke 90s romance for generations of listeners.

FAQs About “Pardesi Pardesi”

What is the meaning of “Pardesi Pardesi”?

Where can I listen to “Pardesi Pardesi”?

Stream “Pardesi Pardesi” by Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Sapna Awasthi on Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music, and other platforms.

What language is “Pardesi Pardesi” in?

“Pardesi Pardesi” is a emotional indie song in Hindi, from the album “Raja Hindustani (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)” by Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Sapna Awasthi.

Who sang “Pardesi Pardesi”?

“Pardesi Pardesi” is written and performed by Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Sapna Awasthi (My Geet AI Beats), the independent music project of Anup Karanjkar.