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About the Song
Tum Se Hi is one of the standout tracks from Imtiaz Ali's cult romantic film Jab We Met (2007). Sung by Mohit Chauhan with a gentle, introspective quality, the song explores the feeling of someone becoming inseparable from your very existence — days are brighter, nights are surmai-tinted, and every moment is colored by the beloved's presence.
The song features in one of Bollywood's most beloved films starring Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan.
Song Credits
Song Meaning & Theme
The opening lines — "Na hai yeh pana, Na Khona hi hai, Tera Na hona jane, Kyun hona hi hai" — reflect a paradox at the heart of deep love: it's neither possession nor loss, yet the beloved's absence feels impossible to bear. Irshad Kamil's writing here is characteristically nuanced, exploring love as something that defies simple categorization.
About the Artist
Mohit Chauhan is celebrated for his warm, husky baritone that brings emotional depth to romantic Bollywood compositions. Known for songs like Masakali, Khaabon Ke Parinday and Pee Loon, he has a distinctive quality of making complex emotions feel intimate and personal. His collaboration with Pritam on Jab We Met produced several iconic tracks including Tum Se Hi and Yeh Ishq Haaye.
Why This Song Endures
- Part of the Jab We Met soundtrack — one of Bollywood's most beloved film albums
- Mohit Chauhan's voice creates immediate emotional intimacy
- Irshad Kamil's philosophical lyrics reward repeated listening
- A staple request at live performances and Bollywood cover sets
- Perfect for romantic events, sangeets and wedding receptions
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