Trust Your Struggle: The Kachha Ghada Song

Music has a unique way of touching our hearts and souls, and there are songs that transcend mere entertainment to offer profound life lessons. One such song that deserves our appreciation is a beautiful composition that depicts the seeker's journey through life's struggles and learnings. It reminds us that challenges are not obstacles but stepping stones towards growth and self-discovery.

Listen to the Song -

The Lyrics

एक कच्चा घड़ा हूँ मैं (I am a raw pitcher,)
एक कच्चा घड़ा हूँ मैं (I am a raw pitcher,)
फ़िर भी बरसात में खड़ा हूँ मैं (Yet I stand in the rain.)

बूँदें बेरहम हैं, उनको ये वहम है (The drops are merciless, they have the misconception)
कि मैं टूट रहा हूँ, जो मैं चीख रहा हूँ (That I am breaking, as I cry out loud.)
पर वो बेवकूफ़ हैं, मैं तो सीख रहा हूँ (But they are foolish, I am learning.)

ऐसे पहले भी लड़ा हूँ मैं (I have fought like this before,)
एक कच्चा घड़ा हूँ मैं (I am a raw pitcher.)

हम वो हैं जो क़िस्मत के चाँटों के शोर पे नाचते हैं (We are the ones who dance to the tune of destiny's strokes,)
हम वो हैं जो क़िस्मत के चाँटों के शोर पे नाचते हैं (We are the ones who dance to the tune of destiny's strokes,)
जितनी ज़ोर का चाँटा, हम उतनी ज़ोर से नाचते हैं (As strong as the blow, we dance with equal strength.)

ये जो खिसक-खिसक के मैं आगे जा रहा हूँ (As I slowly move forward,)
ये जो फ़िसल-फ़िसल के मैं पीछे आ रहा हूँ (As I slip and slide backward,)
ये जो पिघल-पिघल के मैं बहता जा रहा हूँ (As I flow like a melting river,)
ये जो सिसक-सिसक के मैं आहें भर रहा हूँ (As I sob and fill with sighs.)

नीचे हैं खाइयाँ और मैं काँप रहा हूँ (Below are the pitfalls, and I shiver,)
पर ज़िंदा हूँ अभी, अभी हाँफ़ रहा हूँ (But I'm alive, still gasping.)

ऐसे पहले भी चढ़ा हूँ मैं (I have climbed like this before,)
एक कच्चा घड़ा हूँ मैं (I am a raw pitcher.)

एक तो राहों में बबूल बहुत हैं (There are many thorns on the path,)
उसके ऊपर से अपने उसूल बहुत हैं (Above them, I have my principles.)
उसके ऊपर से सब टोकते रहते हैं (People always advise me)
कि Rahgir भाई, उधर जाओ, उधर फूल बहुत हैं (To go the other way where flowers are in abundance.)

ये जो हँस रही है दुनिया मेरी नाकामियों पे (The world is laughing at my failures,)
ताने कस रही है दुनिया मेरी नादानियों पे (Mocking my innocence,)
पर मैं काम कर रहा हूँ मेरी सारी ख़ामियों पे (But I am working on all my flaws.)
कल ये मारेंगे ताली मेरी कहानियों पे (Tomorrow they will applaud my stories.)

कल जो बदलेगी हवा, ये साले शरमाएँगे (When the wind changes tomorrow, these people will be ashamed,)
"हमारे अपने हो," कह के ये बाँहें गरमाएँगे ("They belong to us," they will embrace warmly.)

क्योंकि ज़िद्दी बड़ा हूँ मैं (Because I am stubborn,)
एक कच्चा घड़ा हूँ मैं (I am a raw pitcher,)
फ़िर भी बरसात में खड़ा हूँ मैं (Yet I stand in the rain.)

बूँदें बेरहम हैं, उनको ये वहम है (The drops are merciless, they have the misconception)
कि मैं टूट रहा हूँ, जो मैं चीख रहा हूँ (That I am breaking, as I cry out loud.)
पर वो बेवकूफ़ हैं, मैं तो सीख रहा हूँ (But they are foolish, I am learning.)

ऐसे पहले भी लड़ा हूँ मैं (I have fought like this before,)
एक कच्चा घड़ा हूँ मैं (I am a raw pitcher.)

5 incredible lessons depicted beautifully in the song -

1. Resilience in Adversity
   The song underscores the importance of resilience when faced with adversity. Life is not always a smooth journey, but it's our ability to bounce back from setbacks that define our character.
2. Embracing Change
   Change is inevitable, and the song encourages us to embrace it. Just as the seeker evolves through the song's narrative, we too must adapt to life's ever-changing circumstances.
3. The Power of Learning
   Learning is a lifelong journey, and the song emphasizes the value of acquiring wisdom from our experiences. Mistakes and failures are not setbacks but opportunities to grow.
4. Perseverance Pays Off
   The seeker's determination to keep moving forward despite challenges serves as a reminder that perseverance eventually leads to success. Sometimes, it's the last key that opens the door.
5. Self-Discovery
   Ultimately, the song underscores that the journey is not just about external achievements but also about self-discovery. It encourages us to explore our inner selves and grow emotionally and spiritually.

This song serves as a beautiful reminder of the seeker's journey through life's ups and downs. It teaches us that struggles are not to be feared but embraced, as they moldus into the individuals we are meant to become. So, the next time you listen to this song, take a moment to reflect on these valuable lessons and how they relate to your own life journey.