Martin JørgensenThe story behind Anuv Jain's is one of heartbreak, self-discovery, and the realization that some things, once broken, cannot be mended. Written in the company of his mother during a difficult period in his life, the song serves as a narrative intervention for someone struggling to let go. The Narrative: A Friend's Intervention
: The song began with a guitar plucking pattern that Jain found "cool" and eventually developed into his seventh studio single.
: Jain has stated that every word he writes is based on reality. He wrote "Gul" while sitting with his mother, reflecting on a long-term heartbreak he experienced.