Enbee and Raahi’s “Shehnaiyan Wajan Do” from Taish showcases Enbee’s dual role as lyricist and composer. The track channels Punjab’s wedding energy through rhythmic bhangra beats. Brass sections and dhol patterns mirror the film’s festive wedding sequences.
Shehnaiyan Wajan Do
Enbee | Raahi • From “Taish”
Lyricist
Enbee
Composer
Enbee
Shehnaiyan Wajan Do Lyrics Translation (from “Taish”)
Enbee references airborne pigeons to symbolize new beginnings as dancers join the baraat. Raahi’s verses insist “whatever the heart wants, let it happen” while describing guests dancing giddha. The lyrics prioritize communal participation over individual roles.
Ho Ladka Hai ReadyOh, the boy is ready,
Aur Ladki Taiyaar HaiAnd the girl is all set.
Baj Gayi Hai Shaadi Wali BellThe wedding bells have rung,
Hua Pyaar HaiAnd it’s love.
Udd Gaye KabootarThe pigeons have flown,
Saj Wedding Wali Raat HaiThe wedding night is all decked out.
Dost Saare NaacheAll the friends are dancing,
Apne Yaar Ki Baraat MeinIn their dear friend’s ‘baraat’ procession.
Haan Ladka Hai ReadyYes, the boy is ready,
Aur Ladki Taiyaar HaiAnd the girl is all set.
Baj Gayi Hai Shaadi Wali BellThe wedding bells have rung,
Hua Pyaar HaiAnd it’s love.
Udd Gaye KabootarThe pigeons have flown,
Aaj Wedding Wali Raat HaiTonight is the wedding night.
Dost Saare NaacheAll the friends are dancing,
Apne Yaar Ki Baraat MeinIn their dear friend’s ‘baraat’ procession.
Bhangra Hai PaunaWe’ve got to dance the ‘Bhangra’,
Aur Gidda LaganaAnd dance the ‘Gidda’ as well.
Jo Nachna Chahta HaiWhoever wants to dance,
Nachan DoLet them dance.
Bajne Do GaanaLet the music play,
Aur Khaane Do KhaanaAnd let everyone eat.
Jo Dil Chahta HaiWhatever the heart wants,
Woh Hone DoLet it happen.
Shehnaiyan Wajan DoLet the ‘shehnai’ pipes play.
Shehnaiyan Wajan DoLet the ‘shehnai’ pipes play.
Shehnaiyan Wajan DoLet the ‘shehnai’ pipes play.
Shehnaiyan Wajan DoLet the ‘shehnai’ pipes play.
Maaye Ni Maaye Ranjha TeraOh mother, your ‘Ranjha’ (lover),
Ishq Mein Pai Gaya JhallaHas gone crazy in love.
Party Karda Ghumda PhirdaHe’s just partying and wandering around,
Jadon Si Yeh KallaaBack when he was single.
Maaye Ni Maaye Heer TeriyeOh mother, your ‘Heer’ (beloved),
Enbee frames marriage as collective celebration through Shehnaiyan Wajan Do lyrics in English. The Taish soundtrack piece uses folk dance verbs rather than romantic metaphors, prioritizing kinetic energy over introspection.
