With countries easing borders, modes of transportation, and communication touching new horizons, man’s search for better opportunities is no longer limited to one’s homeland.
In fact, the whole world has become our homeland.
Despite these innovatory traversals and ease of movement, it’s still not that pain proof for humans to immigrate to their “country of preference.”
Bearing in mind, the complex system of migrating from one country to another that humans have devised for themselves, thinking of leaving one’s native country is still a daunting task.
Nevertheless, there are people who are venturous enough to take that friction-laden step.
And, why not?
You can’t let some arbitrarily created lines decide where you would spend your already “limited time.”
In the words of Freya Stark,
To Awaken Quite Alone In a Strange Town is One of the Pleasantest Sensations in the World.
And, undoubtedly, students form a major chunk of the courageous lot that experiences this pleasant sensation.
To show my respect for this undeterred community, here, I’ve hand-picked 7 Best Punjabi Songs on International Students that beautifully express their side of the story.
Punjabi Songs On International Students:
#1: Kache Pakke Yaar by Parmish Verma
Aje Yaar Saare Kache Ho Javange Ni Pakke,
Utto Kachi Pakki Nainan Vichon Neend Radke!
This song by Parmish Verma is not only a song, it’s a complete feeling. It’s a light-hearted description of the life of a student on a study visa.
Every student living abroad will be able to identify with each and every word of this song.
There is a line that says,
“Naal Deyan Yaaran Vichon Bebe Bapu Takki De”
And, that’s so true. Especially when you are studying abroad, miles away from your family, friends become your second family.
#2: I am a Student, Not a Gangster by NseeB
Bhukha Laa Ke Dihaadi,
Aa Ke Saunda Reha Mai!
Not many students move abroad with education as the sole intention. The desired intention of most of them is a better lifestyle for them and their family.
This juggling between work and education to ensure not only self-sustenance but also the well-being of their family is the subject that most international students do their major in.
Nseeb has exquisitely put in words the challenges an international student faces.
He has also laid bare the non-affectionate face of some of the older immigrants who despise the students.
In his words,
Ajj Tusi Jedi Thaan Te, Kal Hoyu Koi Hor,
Fer Kis Da Gumaan, Kis Gal Te Krodh!
#3: Study Visa by Roshan Prince
Rooh Nu Roshna Je Tapdi Nu Tharna
Taan Pind De Didaar Bade Ne
This is another treat to the ears from Roshan Prince. The quoted words above mean that only a glimpse of the village would be enough to give peace to my burning soul.
Another line in the song reads,
Rall Milke Saar Layi Da Time Nu
Ni Yaar Dildaar Bade Ne
Again, when you are studying abroad, miles away from your family, friends become your second family.
#4: Parnote by Gurnam Bhullar
Bhavein Kamm Kaar Othe Ni Si Chalda,
Bebe Raazi Ni Si Taan Vi Jahaaz Chaadh Ke!
This one from Gurnam Bhullar is a little on the heavier side. It explores the unsurveyed corners of the life of international students.
There is a line that reads,
Ethe Karde Aa Loki Kamm 5-5 Din,
Saanu Kehan De Kaah Ton Satte Din Marde!
These words are true af. Whereas, we find it really tough working 5 days a week. Some of these international students work 30 days a month.
#5: International students by Nimrat Khaira
Chawka Utte Khade Jede Busaan Ne Charhde,
Ikk Din Baithoge Cabinet Vich Vaddke!
This one from Nimrat Khaira is all you need if you are an international student and are grappling to make it big.
Let me share my favorite words from this one,
Kade Siraa Vi Laawange,
Haje Shiftaan Laayune aa!
Vaise aa dasso, Hai na Nimrat nira Ishq?
Oh, Fikar Na karo, Mai Shadaa Marna 😉
#6: Video Call by Amar Sandhu
Aaja Video Call Te Bebe
Tainu Cheez Dikhawan Main,
Ho Tera Putt Laadla
Hunn Taan Roti Gol Banaun Laga!
I have always believed that Technology is the only God that listens.
Easy accessibility to Video calls has made it possible to feel the virtual presence of our loved ones separated by distance.
This one from Amar Sandhu is the story of a student showing to his family the transformation he is witnessing in himself as he is learning to live alone.
There is a line for the most Kabba member of the family too 😉
Baapu Tere Wangu Rakhan Lagga
Hisaab Kitaab Jehe
This one from Amar Sandhu can really ignite an instant urge in you to dial back home.
#7: Shiftaan by Gurshabad
Tu Karda Khadi Imaarat vi,
Hunn Sansad Wich Vicharat vi
The quoted words above from Satta Vairowalia appealingly put together the success story of the hard-working immigrants who have made it big with their hard work.
Also, Punjabis from the Indian side of Punjab and that of the Pakistani side of Punjab have successfully managed to create a whole new and complete Punjab, away from the two incomplete Punjabs.
In the words of Vairowalia,
Na Charhde Da, Na Lainde Da,
Tu Nawa Punjab Vasa Leya!
Really beautifully penned by Vairowalia and equally well sung by Gurshabad.
The Best Punjabi Songs:
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12. Best Punjabi ROMANTIC Songs ― The Ultimate Romantic Playlist
That’s all we have for today. Thanks a lot for tuning in to HappinessDhaba. Do let me know your views on these in the comment section. And, don’t forget to add more to the list.
Signing off with my favorite words.
Zindagi Zindabad!
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