কলমের কালি

With its holy and spiritual themes, Sufi music is a beautiful expression of love and longing for the divine. Here’s a famous Sufi song in Bangla, often referred to as “Baul Sangeet” in the Bengali tradition:

This song is a beautiful example of Bengali Sufi music, known for its poetic and mystical lyrics. It’s often sung contemplatively and soulfully, reflecting the essence of Sufi spirituality and love for the divine.

The philosophy behind the Bengali folk song “Kalmer Kali” is deeply rooted in the idea that humanity should be the guiding principle for all religions. The lyrics convey a message that suggests that practicing any religion with a heart burdened by pain or suffering is contrary to the essence of faith.

In this context, the song emphasizes that the core purpose of creation and the significance of human existence should prioritize the well-being and value of individuals. The notion is that if the materials or rules for human survival overshadow the importance of human lives, the essence of existence is lost.

“Kalmer Kali” is described as Sufi music, which aligns with the Sufi tradition’s focus on spiritual love, enlightenment, and the core principles of humanity and compassion. Sufism often emphasizes the importance of personal experience and understanding, transcending religious and cultural boundaries to seek a deeper connection with the divine.

The song appears to underscore the universal belief that regardless of religious or cultural backgrounds, the essence of being human is a common thread that should unite us all. It promotes the idea that valuing and respecting people, their lives, and their well-being should be at the forefront of any religious or spiritual practice.

Chord progression | Scale Gm| Mode Ashavori (Aeolian)

Intro: (Gm 4x Cm 4x) 2, Gm 8x (A# F Gm 4x)2

A# F Gm

যা লিখলাম তা কলমের কালি না,

A# F Gm

যা পড়লাম তা মিথ্যা না,

A# F Gm

লিখতে চাইনা, তাই বলতে চাই কবিতা,

A# F A# F

লা ইলাহা ইল্লাল্লাহ, লা ইলাহা ইল্লাল্লাহ,

Gm

বাউল সাধক লালন গান,

C   Gm

আল্লাহু আল্লাহু মহান প্রাণ; 

A# F

সাঁইয়ের দরজা আকাশ সমান,

A# F

নূরানী কবিতা কুরআন;

Gm

জুলেখা খুঁজে ইউসুফ জান, 

C Gm

পাগল প্রেমে অন্ধ প্রান,

A# F

ইয়া হাবিবি আল্লাহ বাঁচান, 

A# F

নূরানী কবিতা কুরআন,

A# F Gm

যা লিখলাম  তা কলমের কালিমা, 

A# F Gm

যা পড়লাম তা মিথ্যা না,

(A collaboration of মহিকণ্টক and সোহান যাযাবর )