Bollywood Romantic · Intermediate

Qaafirana Guitar Chords — Kedarnath | Key of E Major (Capo 2)

Guitar chords by Nikhil D'Souza / Arijit Singh · Kedarnath (2018) · Key of E Major

🎸 Guitar Intermediate 🎵 Key: E Major 🎚 Capo: 2nd fret 🎼 Standard (E A D G B E)

About This Song

Qaafirana from the 2018 film Kedarnath, sung by Nikhil D'Souza and Arijit Singh, is a majestic guitar song set against the backdrop of the Himalayas. With Capo on the 2nd fret, the song sits in E Major (sounding as F# Major) at a steady 85 BPM in 4/4 time. The intro uses D/G x4 and D/G/A/G/D patterns. The verse moves through D/Em/A/D and D/Em/G/A, while the chorus opens up with Em/D/G/A/D. The interlude introduces F#m and Bm for a more complex, layered feel. This is one of the best intermediate Bollywood songs that rewards careful, steady playing. A class favourite at JBX Music guitar lessons in Mumbai.

Chords Used

DEmAGBmF#m
Strumming D DU UDU

How to Play Qaafirana Chords — Full Chord Sheet

Intro

DG ×4
DGAGD

Verse

DEmAD
DEmGA

Pre-Chorus

DGA
DGA

Chorus

EmDGAD

Bridge

DGA
DGA

Verse 2

BmDA
BmGDA
BmDA
BmGDA

Pre-Chorus 2

DGA
DGA

Interlude

DGDGA
DGA
DGA

Verse 3

DDGAD
DDGAD
DF#mBmAG
DF#m
BmAGA

Pre-Chorus 3 / Chorus / Bridge / Outro

DGDGAD

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords are in Qaafirana?

Qaafirana uses D, Em, A, G, Bm, and F#m — with Capo on the 2nd fret. Key of E Major (sounds as F# Major on recording).

What is the tempo of Qaafirana?

Qaafirana is at 85 BPM in 4/4 time. The song scale/key is E Major with Capo on fret 2.

Is Qaafirana hard on guitar?

Intermediate level. The verse and chorus are manageable; the interlude with F#m and Bm barre chords adds the main challenge.

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