I knew that was a sarcasm. Visibly. Because even after 4 years of learning I was told by many I lagged in basic feel of singing. And sometimes even sur and taal.

But then my Guruji said something really sparkling: "Besure tumko feel nahi batayenge. Saadte jaao. Jeete jao. Sur, taal, feel bas seekhne aur jeene ko follow karte hain."

That single line changed my life. 12 years later, I sing the same songs. But now, with soul. And I get compliments, without sarcasm. Visibly.

Thank you, Guru. Happy Guru Purnima.