Song lyrics

Phir Kabhi Nahi

📜 Lyrics

A sad midnight it was... I was exhausted and lost In the enchantment of old books... far from the settlements I was drowsy when suddenly there arose a sound At the door someone knocked, an audible presence appeared It seemed as though a guest had come... arriving just now Merely a knock it is... that knocks upon my door Ah! I remember, it was a cold December night In falling ashes, there was something peculiar about it I yearned that from books some balm would come to me From the memory of that "Lenore"... who was now with the angels That name which in this world here is merely a tale Of which on this earth now, no part remains When I opened the window, a raven flew in A dignified bird of ancient times, it spread its wings Without any greeting, it went straight and perched On the statue of the goddess of reason, it made its nest I asked "What is your name? O wanderer of darkness" The raven began to speak... with the testimony of just one word "Nevermore... Nevermore..." I asked "Will I ever find relief from this sorrow?" "Will I go to paradise and be able to see Lenore?" My heart yearned for an answer of consolation Will I ever again in this living life, be able to smile? That black bird sprinkled salt upon my wounds And then that same phrase... came crashing down upon my soul Nevermore... Nevermore...

💡 Meaning & story

Reimagine by Mohammad Farooq This famous poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe is deeply profound and symbolic according to the taste of Urdu literature. Below is presented its complete introduction, summary and Urdu translation: The Background of the Poem This poem is the story of a man who is devastated by the death of his beloved "Lenore". In the middle of the night, alone, he tries to distract himself with his old books when suddenly a black raven enters his room and in response to every question, speaks only one word: "Nevermore". "The Raven" - Urdu Translation (Selected Passages) The First Stanza: "Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary..." Urdu Translation: There is mention of a sorrowful midnight, when I sat weary and worn, thinking among piles of old and strange forgotten books— as my eyes grew heavy, suddenly I heard a knock, as if someone was gently tapping at my chamber door. The Second Stanza: When the raven enters and the poet questions it: Urdu Translation: When I opened the window, a raven flew in, fluttering its wings. It seemed like a raven from ancient times, majestic and proud, without greeting or bowing, it flew straight and perched upon the bust of Pallas, the goddess of wisdom, mounted above my door. The Final Question: When the poet asks in hope of meeting his beloved again: Urdu Translation: I asked: "Will this sorrowful soul ever find peace in paradise? Can I embrace my sacred beloved 'Lenore' once more there?" The raven answered: "Nevermore." ________________________________________ Important Aspects of the Poem: 1. Symbolism: The raven here is a symbol of death and endless sorrow. It is a truth from which the poet wishes to escape but cannot. 2. Psychological State: This poem shows the delusion and madness of a human being caused by extreme grief. 3. Atmosphere: In the poem, darkness, cold and silence create a particular kind of gothic horror. Summary: This poem tells us that some sorrows become part of human existence. The raven does not leave in the end, but remains perched in the poet's chamber, meaning that the poet will now forever dwell in the shadow of this grief. Meanings of Difficult Words: • Dreary: desolate / sorrowful • Lore: ancient knowledge or tales • Stately: majestic / dignified • Bust of Pallas: statue of the Greek goddess (which symbolizes wisdom)