A FOR ALEPH LIVE | SONG OF THE FOUNTAIN

A for Aleph regulars Irfan Ali Taj, Ashhal Haider Khan, Jasir Abro and Aziz Kazi join founder/producer Umair Dar for an improvisational performance - ‘Song of the Fountain'.

Words by Allama Iqbal

Song of the Fountain

‘Andaz-e-Bayaan
Garchay Bohat Shokh Nahi hai
Shayad Kay Utar Jaye
Teray Dil Main Meri Baat

Na Tu Zameen Kay Liay Hai
Na Asmaan Kay Liay
Jahan Hai Teray Liay
Tu Nahi Jahan Kay liay

Nigeh Buland,
Sukhan Dil Nawaz,
Jaan Pursoz
Yehi Hai Rakht-e-Safar
Meer-e-Karvaan Kay Liay’

Translation

‘Although I am not master of rhetoric
Perhaps my words still enter your heart [so you understand them]

You are not for the Earth
Nor are you for the Sky
The world is for you!
Not that you are for the world

Elevated vision
Pure heart
Strong Will
These are the qualities required
For the leader of the Caravan.’


Recorded & Produced at A for Aleph, Karachi, Pakistan

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