Gur Sidhu delivers a powerful anthem with ‘Bonafide,’ mixing introspective lyrics with a bold melody. Kaptaan pens the verses, drawing from life’s challenges and triumphs. The song offers a raw look at resilience and identity.
Released: February 14, 2026
Bonafide
Gur Sidhu
Bonafide Lyrics English Translation by Gur Sidhu
Kaptaan writes, ‘The blood is still young, that’s why it boils over,’ capturing the fiery spirit of youth and determination. The lyrics highlight pride, loyalty, and the constant battle against life’s obstacles.
Ho Kade Sapp Kade Khach Mathe Muh LagdiSometimes I face snakes, other times just stubborn fools,
Saali Zindagi Vi Kade Kade Zoo Lagdithis damn life feels like a zoo sometimes.
Kade Roon Lagdi Te Kade Khooh LagdiSometimes it’s soft as cotton, other times deep as a well,
Saade Baahle Syaaneyan Naal Kithe Rooh Lagdimy soul doesn’t really connect with those who act too clever.
Kade Nigh Dinda Rabb Kade Paale MaardaGod gives warmth sometimes, other times He strikes with cold,
Haale Young Aa Blood Tahin Ubaale Maardaethe blood is still young, that’s why it boils over.
Koyi Caste Da Past Da Raula Ni KudeThere’s no noise about caste or the past here, girl,
Kaale Dil Waale Bandeyan Nu Taale Maardaewe lock out anyone who harbors a black heart.
Shiv Padheya School’ee Qaide Parhe Ni KadeI read deep poetry in school, never the basic rulebooks,
Sir Chad De Jo Saade Dikke Chade Ni Kadethose trying to climb over us have never crossed our path.
Bas Guru Ghare Jaake Sir Jhukda BilloMy head only bows when I’m at the Guru’s house,
Lall Pall Muhre Head Down Kare Ni KadeI’ve never lowered my head for any random riff-raff.
Meri Maa Jaandi Ya Mera Baap JaandaeEither my mother knows, or my father knows,
Sade Ki Si Te Ki Ne Halaat Jaandaethey know what our circumstances were and what they are now.
Thalle Waleyan Nu Daiye Ni Safaiyan KaastonWhy should I give explanations to people beneath me,
Jadon Utte Wala Saade Baare Aap Jaandaewhen the One above already knows everything about us?
Thande Mausam Ch Gall Likhi Tatti Aa KudeIn cold weather, I wrote down these fiery words,
Sadi Taareyan Naal Bhid Di Tarakki Aa Kudeour progress clashes right with the stars.
Sala Lakkdan Nu Vi Taan Maan Hona ChahidaEven the firewood should feel proud,
Ke Saade Vich Koi Vaddi Sheh Machi Aa Kudethat something massive burned within us.
Jehda Dil Jitti Baitha Game Haare Na BilloThe one who has won hearts won’t lose the game,
Das Dukh Kadon Katte Gaye Aa Aare Naal Billotell me, when have sorrows ever been cut away with a saw?
Jadon Lekhan Ne Kadaayi Odon Dekhange KudeWe’ll see when destiny calls for our time,
Aiddi Chheti Taan Munda Vi Cheek Maare Na Billountil then, this boy isn’t going to scream in defeat so easily.
Koi Pa Jave Na Game Eh Dhyaan RakhdeWe watch out so no one plays games with us,
Jehda Mann Nu Lagge Ni Ohda Mann Rakhdaebut we respect the honor of those who appeal to our souls.
Kaiyan Vaaste Kadayi Phire Jutti KadhvinFor many, we keep the embroidered shoe ready to strike,
Ik Do Ku Ne Jihna De Muhre Jaan Rakhdaethere are only a couple of people we’d lay our lives down for.
Welfare Ch Faida Kar Kar Dekhi AeWe’ve tried finding benefit in doing good deeds,
Life Baapu Deyan Modeyan Te Chad Dekhi Aeand I’ve seen the world from my father’s shoulders.
Jehde Roz Muhre Task Aunde Likhe Ni KiteThe tasks that appear before us daily aren’t written in any manual,
Book Kalli Kalli Mitraan Ne Parh Dekhi Aewe friends have read every single book of life.
Nit Nawa Hi Siyapa Welcome KardaeA new trouble welcomes us every single day,
Othe Maru Maru Karna Na Kam Kardaeacting weak or complaining doesn’t work there.
Ho Life Chidi Chhakka Khede Saadi Torpedo ChLife plays games with our trajectory,
Panga Vadda Kithe Saada Chhota Dum Kardaebut where the conflict is big, our courage is never small.
Fer Same Hi Aa Circle Same Na RehaThe circle is the same, even if things have changed,
Faida Rakhe Da Ki Lokan Ch Je Name Na Rehawhat’s the point of living if your name doesn’t remain among the people?
Jo Udde Phirde Lifaafeyan De Wangu UddneThose flying around like empty plastic bags will eventually blow away,
Kayi Fukreyan Kole Jadon Fame Na Rehaespecially when these show-offs run out of fame.
Gaddi Bhajji Jave Time Di Slow Ni HoniThe vehicle of time keeps speeding and won’t slow down,
Kade Hona Ni Ke Jatt Te Glow Ni Honiand it’ll never happen that the Jatt loses his glow.
Khid Khid Milu Hasda Bathinde Wala NiThe guy from Bathinda will always meet you with a wide laugh,
Baba Sukh Rakhe Vibe Saadi Low Ni Honiif God keeps peace, our vibe will never be low.
Nashe Patte Waleyan Da Patta Katt Dine AaWe cut off those who are into drugs and intoxication,
Goli Vattke Ni Dinde Changi Mat Dine Aawe don’t dodge the issue, we give sound advice.
Naa Hi Warning Daiye Te Na Gaal KaddiyeWe don’t give warnings, nor do we shout abuse,
Jehda Feel Chakke Laahke Dilon Rakh Dine Aanbut if someone gets an attitude, we remove it straight from their heart.
Chhota Vadda Dovein Katthe Hi Bro Rehne AanYoung and old, we brothers stay together,
Raaz Dovein Ik Duje De Lako Laine Aanwe keep each other’s secrets safe.
Je Gall Jaan Te Aaje Taan Jaan Vaar Dange NiIf it comes down to survival, we’ll sacrifice our lives,
Chaud Chaud Ch Hathan Cho Cheez Kho Laine Aanand in our excitement, we can snatch things right out of hands.
Dukh Dena Kahton Sab Nu Glad KarnaeWhy give pain when we can make everyone glad?
Good Challi Janda Kahton Kam Bad KarnaeThings are going good, why make the situation bad?
Baaki Saare Jane Family Ch Poore GoriyeEveryone else in the family is all set, girl,
Ni Tu Kalli Reh Gayi Chheti Tenu Add Karnaeyou’re the only one left, so we’ll add you soon.
Kade Dayida Makhaul Nai Swaad KarkeWe never mock anyone just for the fun of it,
Gaddi Pindon Nayi Langhayi Uchi Vaaj Karkenever drove through the village with the volume turned up high.
Bas Raazi Rakhe Rabb Baaki Dilan Utte NiAs long as God is pleased, then on hearts…
‘Kaptaan Kaptaan’ Jau Raaj Karke‘Kaptaan Kaptaan’ will go on ruling.
Bas Raazi Rakhe Rabb Baaki Dilan Utte NiAs long as God is pleased, then on hearts…
Munda Sidhu’an Da Jau Raaj Karkethe Sidhu boy will go on ruling.
‘Kaptaan Kaptaan’ Jau Raaj Karke‘Kaptaan Kaptaan’ will go on ruling.
Sidhu’an Da Munda Jau Raaj KarkeThe Sidhu boy will go on ruling.
Bonafide Music Video
The meaning of ‘Bonafide’ is about staying true to yourself. The lyrics connect deeply with Punjabi culture and its values of strength and honor.