“Nazare,” a Punjabi anthem by Arjan Dhillon, appears in the film “Badnaam.” The song celebrates youth and a carefree lifestyle. On YouTube, it is known as “Smooth (Chardi Jawani Aa Nazare Lai Nu).” The lyrics’ translation encourages living life to the fullest, often focusing on material wealth and dominance. Arjan Dhillon wrote the lyrics, and Mxrci composed the high-energy music that fits the song’s bold message. The music video stars Jayy Randhawa and Jasmine Bhasin and is directed by Maneesh Bhatt.
| Song Title | Nazare |
| Release | Badnaam |
| Backing Vocals | Arjan Dhillon |
| Writers | Arjan Dhillon |
| Instrumentalist | Mxrci |
| Star Cast | Jayy Randhawa, Jasmine Bhasin |
Arjan Dhillon’s song “Nazare” promotes enjoying youth through material things and control, reflecting the story of “Badnaam,” about an outlaw trying to dominate the alcohol black market. His translated lyrics encourage seizing the moment and enjoying life’s pleasures. The chorus, “Chadh’di Jawani Aa Nazare Lai Nu, Lai Geya Jo Lai Geya, Te Reh Geya Jo Reh Geya,” means that youth is for enjoying life to the fullest. Those who embrace it gain experiences, while those who do not miss out.
Badnaam Movie’s Nazare Lyrics (English Meaning) | Smooth (Chardi Jawani Aa Nazare Lai Nu )
Ho Gaddi Utte Mat Yar Tight Double Lass,
The car has luxury mats, my friends, I are intoxicated. (here, it likely means something combining ‘luxury’, ‘enjoyment’, and possibly ‘carefreeness, along with gun’).
Ho Lai Geya Jo Lai Geya,
He who takes it, has it.
Jo Beh Geya Jo Beh Geya,
He who sat, did not.
Chadhdi Jawani A Nazare Lai Nu,
The peak of youth is for enjoying life to the fullest.
Lai Geya Jo Lai Geya,
He who enjoys it, has it.
Te Reh Geya Jo Reh Geya,
And he who doesn’t, misses it.
Ho Full Rehan Tankiyan Haye Dabbiyan Te Khhate,
The car’s fuel tanks are always full.
Bai Horan Nal Behna Har Koi Akhhe,
Everyone calls us “big brother” and wants to sit with us.
Lal Pari Lehran Mare Jado Datt Khullne,
When the corks of the Laal Pari (literally “Red Fairy,” a slang term for a type of alcoholic drink, likely a local liquor) bottles are opened, it sparkles.
Haye Sadde Nal Bitaye Teinu Din Kithe Bhullne,
How will you ever forget the days spent with us?
Haye Rehan Na Drawing Rooman Wich Tangiyan,
They (guns) are not just meant to be hung on drawing room walls.
Dasan Brand Hikkan Vicho Langhiyan,
The bullets fired through enemies’ chests reveal their brand.
Hove Asla Vi Sur Jadon Jan Hath Judd,
Even weapons are in tune like a guitar when enemies beg for mercy.
Haye Mitran De Pichhe Vair Peh Geya Te Peh Geya,
So what if friendship has led to enmity?
Chadhdi Jawani A Nazare Lai Nu,
The peak of youth is for enjoying life to the fullest.
Lai Geya Jo Lai Geya,
He who enjoys it, has it.
Te Reh Geya Jo Reh Geya,
And he who doesn’t, misses it.
Ho Sohne Kehn Jee Na Lagge Khichdo Pahadan Nu,
My beautiful girlfriend says she’s bored, let’s go to the mountains.
Ho Tere Bina Dunia Te Hor Ki Ae Yara Nu,
What else is there in the world for me besides you, my darling?
Ho Poori Rakhho Hove Jehri Husna Di Mang,
Tell me whatever your beauty desires, I will fulfill it.
Haye Tareefan Kanniyon Na Kade Hove Hath Tang,
I will never be short of words to praise your beauty.
Ghar Dillan Wich Hove Nam Bullan Utte Nache,
I reside in hearts, and my name dances on their lips.
Ankh Nasheyaje Kehda Jedi Ankh Rakhe,
Whichever girl I look at becomes intoxicated.
Ho Shakeeni Da Ae Mul Dus Dekh Jan Dull,
It’s the price of my style, whoever sees is captivated.
Ik Nal Pyar Hove Peh Geya Te Peh Geya,
One should love only one person; once it’s done, it’s permanent.
Chadhdi Jawani A Nazare Lai Nu,
The peak of youth is for enjoying life to the fullest.
Lai Geya Jo Lai Geya,
He who enjoys it, has it.
Te Reh Geya Jo Reh Geya,
And he who doesn’t, misses it.
Smooth (Chardi Jawani Aa Nazare Lai Nu ) Music Video
The Punjabi music video for “Nazare,” directed by Maneesh Bhatt, visually shows the carefree, pleasure-seeking lifestyle described in the song. It features performances by Jasmine Bhasin and Jayy Randhawa. Some may view the song simply as a call to enjoy youth, while others might see it as promoting a risky way of life. The lyrics and visuals suggest both interpretations are worth considering.