Kal Ho Naa Ho, a Hindi ballad by Sonu Nigam, glows with heartfelt love and fleeting moments. Its meaning, “tomorrow may not come,” urges cherishing life’s precious now. Lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar weave a tale of tender urgency, amplified by Shankar Ehsaan Loy’s soulful composition. This moving melody shines in Kal Ho Naa Ho, guided by Nikhil Advani’s direction.
| Track Name | Kal Ho Naa Ho |
| Album Name | Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) |
| Singer | Sonu Nigam |
| Lyricist | Javed Akhtar |
| Instrumentalists | Shankar Ehsaan Loy |
| Feat. Actors | Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, Saif Ali Khan |
| Release Date | March 21, 2014 |
The translation of Kal Ho Naa Ho lyrics, sung by Sonu Nigam, urges lovers to seize the day with heartfelt passion. Javed Akhtar’s verses blend wistful hope with gentle longing, capturing life’s fragile beauty. The chorus line, “Har Pal Yahan Jee Bhar Jiyo, Jo Hai Sama, Kal Ho Na Ho,” translates to “Embrace every moment, for this present may not be here tomorrow.”
Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) Movie’s Kal Ho Naa Ho Lyrics Meaning in English
Har Ghadi Badal Rahi Hai Roop Zindagi
Life changes its appearance with every passing moment.
Chhav Hai Kabhi Hai Dhoop Zidnagi
Sometimes it casts shadows, while other times it shines brightly like the sun.
Har Pal Yahan Jee Bhar Jiyo
Embrace every moment to your heart’s content,
Jo Hai Sama, Kal Ho Na Ho
for this present moment may not be here tomorrow.
Har Ghadi Badal Rahi Hai Roop Zindagi
Life changes its appearance with every passing moment.
Chhav Hai Kabhi Hai Dhoop Zidnagi
Sometimes it casts shadows, while other times it shines brightly like the sun.
Har Pal Yahan Jee Bhar Jiyo
Embrace every moment to your heart’s content,
Jo Hai Sama, Kal Ho Na Ho
for this present moment may not be here tomorrow.
Chahe Jo Tumhe Poore Dil Se, Milta Hai Woh Mushkil Se
Finding someone who loves you wholeheartedly is rare;
Aisa Jo Koi Kahin Hai, Bas Wahi Sabse Hasin Hai
if such a person exists, they are the most precious treasure of all.
Us Hath Ko Tum Tham Lo,
Hold onto their hand tightly
Woh Meherban Kal Ho Na Ho
—this grace may not be available to you tomorrow.
Har Pal Yahan Jee Bhar Jiyo,
Life changes its appearance with every passing moment.
Jo Hai Sama Kal Ho Na Ho
Sometimes it casts shadows, while other times it shines brightly like the sun.
Ho Palkon Ke Leke Saye Paas Koyi Jo Aye
If someone comes close enough to be within the reach of your gaze,
Lakh Sambhalo Pagal Dil Ko Dil Dhadke Hi Jaye
no matter how much you try to control your foolish heart, it will continue to beat for them.
Par Sochlo Is Pal Hai Jo, Woh Dastan Kal Ho Na Ho
Remember, however, that the story you are living in this moment may not exist tomorrow.
Har Ghadi Badal Rahi Hai Roop Zindagi
Life changes its appearance with every passing moment.
Chhav Hai Kabhi Hai Dhoop Zidnagi
Sometimes it casts shadows, while other times it shines brightly like the sun.
Har Pal Yahan Jee Bhar Jiyo,
Embrace every moment to your heart’s content,
Jo Hai Sama, Kal Ho Na Ho
for this present moment may not be here tomorrow.
Kal Ho Naa Ho Music Video
Discover the Hindi music video for Kal Ho Naa Ho linked above. Directed by Nikhil Advani, it captures the song’s tender romance through Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, and Saif Ali Khan’s heartfelt performances.