Shahid was expressing his lament for the ongoing conflicts and turmoil in his native land, Kashmir, which prevented people from fully appreciating and indulging in the region's rich cultural heritage. He wished for peace and harmony, for people to find joy in the simple pleasures of life such as food, clothes, and music, rather than being engulfed in political strife and violence. His belief in harmonious coexistence was reflected in his longing for a peaceful and culturally vibrant Kashmir.