Karan Aujla’s ‘What…?’ on the album Making Memories pairs his lyrics with Ikky Singh’s production. The track centers on a woman who rejects flashy displays of affection. Her traditional chunni symbolizes quiet self-assurance over material validation.
Released: August 18, 2023
What…?
Karan Aujla • From “Making Memories”
Making Memories’s What…? Punjabi Lyrics English Meaning
Aujla notes she won’t wear heels despite her height, preferring natural grace. The lyric ‘Ohne Surkhi Ghoodi Dekhi Ae’ confirms she avoids makeup, valuing authenticity. Her polite refusals of gifts like roses show consistent boundaries.
Jadon Turi Aave Kolon Langh JaaveWhen she walks by, she just passes me.
Halle Thode Nakhre DikhaveShe’s still showing off a little attitude.
Chunni Rakhe Sir Te Kardi Ni DaaveShe keeps a ‘chunni’ ‘traditional scarf’ on her head but makes no claims.
Chheti Kudi Ankh Na MilaveThe girl won’t lock eyes with me easily.
5 Foot 8 Di Heel Vi Na PaaveShe’s five-foot-eight and doesn’t even wear heels.
Dooron Dekhe Dooron Dekhi JaaveShe watches from afar, just keeps watching from a distance.
Gora Rang EhdaShe has a fair complexion.
Rehndi Shamein ShameinShe stays shy and reserved.
Chheti Kudi Ankh Na MilaveThe girl won’t lock eyes with me easily.
Ohnu Load Kise Koyi Chann Di NaiShe doesn’t need anyone to bring her the moon.
Ohnu Load Kise Koyi Fun Di NaiShe doesn’t need any kind of thrill.
Ohnu Roz Manaunde Mere JeheGuys like me try to win her over every day.
Oh Manndi Nai Oh Manndi NiShe doesn’t agree, she just won’t give in.
Mainu Kehndi No No Gharon Na DikhaveShe tells me “no, no” and won’t step out of her house.
Ditta Si Taveet Vi Na PaaveI gave her an ‘amulet’, but she won’t even wear it.
Gulaab Mera Modta Khushbu Na AaveShe returned my rose, so no fragrance remains.
Kise Passo Hath Na PhadaveShe won’t let me hold her hand in any way.
Jadon Turi Aave Kolon Langh JaaveWhen she walks by, she just passes me.
Halle Thode Nakhre DikhaveShe’s still showing off a little attitude.
Chunni Rakhe Sir Te Kardi Ni DaaveShe keeps a ‘chunni’ ‘traditional scarf’ on her head but makes no claims.
Chheti Kudi Ankh Na MilaveThe girl won’t lock eyes with me easily.
5 Foot 8 Di Heel Vi Na PaaveShe’s five-foot-eight and doesn’t even wear heels.
Dooron Dekhe Dooron Dekhi JaaveShe watches from afar, just keeps watching from a distance.
Gora Rang EhdaShe has a fair complexion.
Rehndi Shamein ShameinShe stays shy and reserved.
Chheti Kudi Ankh Na MilaveThe girl won’t lock eyes with me easily.
Jamma Simple Banke Rehndi AeShe stays completely simple in her ways.
Ohde Wang Ya Choodi Dekhi NiI’ve never seen a ‘bangle’ or person as graceful as her.
Oho Hansdi Khidi Rehndi AeShe’s always smiling and blooming.
Mathe Te Teyudi Dekhi NiI’ve never seen a frown on her forehead.
Oho Pehal Dindi Ae Sanga NuShe gives priority to her modesty.
Oho Na Kardi Ae Rangan NuShe says no to artificial colors.
Ohdi Saadgi Aini Saadi AeHer simplicity is so profound and pure.
Ohne Surkhi Ghoodi Dekhi AeShe’s only ever seen dark lipstick, but doesn’t wear it.
Finger De Nail Te Duniya NachaveShe makes the whole world dance on her fingernail.
Badeyan Nu Padhne Oh PaaveShe puts many people through a tough lesson.
Samajh Na Aave Kareya Ki JaaveI don’t understand what I should do.
Mareyan Nu Rabb Hi BachaveOnly God can save those who are dying for her.
Jadon Turi Aave Kolon Langh JaaveWhen she walks by, she just passes me.
Halle Thode Nakhre DikhaveShe’s still showing off a little attitude.
Chunni Rakhe Sir Te Kardi Ni DaaveShe keeps a ‘chunni’ ‘traditional scarf’ on her head but makes no claims.
Chheti Kudi Ankh Na MilaveThe girl won’t lock eyes with me easily.
5 Foot 8 Di Heel Vi Na PaaveShe’s five-foot-eight and doesn’t even wear heels.
Dooron Dekhe Dooron Dekhi JaaveShe watches from afar, just keeps watching from a distance.
Gora Rang EhdaShe has a fair complexion.
Rehndi Shamein ShameinShe stays shy and reserved.
Chheti Kudi Ankh Na MilaveThe girl won’t lock eyes with me easily.
What…? Music Video
Making Memories presents a woman’s grounded confidence as central to the What…? lyrics meaning. This approach reshapes modern attraction by valuing substance over spectacle. Listeners find clear context in the Punjabi lyrics translation.