Coke Studio releases the sixth song from Season 15, Chal Chaliye, bringing the inimitable vocals of Sajjad Ali, Pakistan’s Prince of Pop, with the purity of neo-classical sensation, Farheen Raza Jaffry in an exchange that speaks to that of mentor and student.
This collaboration, a testament to producer Zulfiqar Jabbar Khan’s [Xulfi] vision, paints a vivid picture of a man (Sajjad Ali) urging a woman (Farheen Raza Jaffry) to step out of her comfort zone and embrace a life of adventure. The lyrics, “Koi tau awaz tujhe neend se jagaye gi | Toota hua khwab tera jor se dikhaye gi” (A voice will sound to pull you from your slumber | A voice that will piece the fragments of your broken dream together), are a powerful call to action.
Directed by Awais Gohar, the opening scene showcases a bustling cityscape, reminiscent of a pre-Partition era, before transitioning to a richly hued room where Sajjad Ali sits, his presence imbued with a sense of experience and wisdom.
Farheen Raza Jaffry appears vibrant and full of life, yet remains hesitant, a stark contrast to Sajjad Ali’s confident demeanor. The video masterfully depicts the internal struggle between fear and the desire for adventure.
Indeed, Chal Chaliye is a poignant exploration of hope, courage, and the choices we make. It’s a testament to Coke Studio’s enduring legacy of bringing together exceptional artists and creating music that transcends borders.
The Artists:
- Farheen Raza Jaffry: A rising star from Lahore, Farheen is not just a singer, but a multi-faceted artist. Steeped in the melodies of Pakistani music legends, she brings a touch of the Golden Era to her captivating voice.
- Sajjad Ali: A true icon of Pakistani music, Sajjad Ali’s career spans genres from semi-classical to pop and rock. His electrifying performances and ability to blend genres have garnered him international acclaim.
Curated, produced and arranged by Xulfi, with Art Direction by Hashim Ali, Chal Chaliye can be heard here: https://www.youtube.com/@cokestudio
In the meantime, be sure to listen to your favorite songs from Coke Studio on Spotify https://open.spotify.com and keep yourself logged on to https://www.tiktok.com/@cokestudiopakistan, https://www.youtube.com/@cokestudio and https://www.instagram.com/coke_studio to follow the Coke Studio journey.
Song Credits:
COKE STUDIO 15
Curated & Produced by Xulfi
Song Narrative: Xulfi
Composed by: Sajjad Ali, Xulfi & Shabi Ali
Written by: Sajjad Ali & Xulfi
Music Arranged & Produced by: Xulfi
Mixed by: Xulfi
Mastering: Tony Cousins
Associate Music Producer: Abdullah Siddiqui
Video Direction: Awais Gohar
Produced by GIRAFFE PAKISTAN
Executive Producer: Muhammad Ibrahim
Creative & Project Head: Wajeeha Badar
ARTIST
Sajjad Ali – Vocals
Farheen Raza Jaffry – Vocals
Aziz Kazi – Drums
Veeru Shan – Percussions
Melvin – Synth Bass
Shabi Ali – Keys
Payam Mashrequi – Synth
Sagar Veljee – Tabla
Joshua Amjad Bhatti – Khol
Amir Azhar – Rubab + Kemenche
Asteria – Acoustic Guitar
Daud – Been
Lutaf Ali – Chang + Dugri
VIDEO CREATIVE TEAM:
Director: Awais Gohar
Cinematographer: Awais Gohar
PRODUCTION DESIGN & ART DIRECTION:
Production Designer: Hashim Ali
Art Director Sara Vohra
Assistant Art Directors: Fariha Afzal & Sundus Hashmi
Set Design: Hashim Ali Design Studios
WARDROBE:
Costume Design & Styling: Mariam Sarwar
MAKEUP & HAIR:
Head of Makeup & Hair Design: Saima Rashid Bargfrede
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography: Nadir Firoz Khan
Editorial Photography: Mobeen Ansari
Song Translation: Anum Qadri
Subtitle Manager: Ahmed Saeed
Press Release by Lotus PR