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Meaning
The speaker is saying that lyrics should first catch attention by being striking or entertaining. Once the words do that, people will want to think about what the song means. The idea is that beauty or wit can open the door to deeper understanding.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Gulzar
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