Main Tanha Tha Aur Tanha Hi Rah Jaaunga,
Ye Chaand Tare Bhi Sare Aasmaan Sone Ko Hain.
Hasile Wafa Ka Takaza Bhi Dekha Yaron,
Ye Dardo Gham Bhi Aaj Humse Khone Ko Hain.
Jo Yaar Aaye Thi Mera Haath Batane,
Wahi To Ab Meri Kashti Dibone Ko Hain.
Teri Gali Ke Feron Me Dhul Jo Jam Gai Thi,
Ek Muddat Ke Baad Hum Bhi Muh Dhone Ko Hain.
Uth Ke Chal Diye Jo Unki Mahfil Se Hum,
Tab Sune Wo Bhi Meherbaan Hone Ko Hain.
Palkon Pe Basne Wale Kahin Ashq Na Ban Jaayen,
Unhe Sambhalna ‘Shaad’ Meri Aankh Bhi Ab Rone Ko Hain.