Best Arijit Singh Songs
Written by crucible on April 25, 2018
The Indian music industry has witnessed an influx of diverse young talent over the past few years. With a plethora of music reality shows emerging, the entry into the Bollywood music industry has although become easier, surviving and making a mark has become the real challenge. But one such person, who is definitely here to stay for a very long time is Arijit Singh a.k.a The “King of Playback music”. A voice so appealing that it touches the hearts of all ages, evoking varied emotions. A voice that can delight you in the morning, pump you up for parties, but can also make you sob late at night. From finishing in 6th place on a TV reality music show, to working as an assistant to several music directors and to finally emerging as an ultimate superstar of Indian music, Arijit has come a long way. On his birthday this year, we couldn’t help but share his top 10 of all times to celebrate this journey of his. Have a look!
Tum Hi Ho
Movie: Aashiqui 2 (2013)
Music composer: Mithoon
One of the most romantic songs ever, “Tum Hi Ho” was Arijit’s claim to fame. A song that became an instant hit with 5 million views on YouTube within 10 days of release. Depicting a young couple deeply in love, thins song was the movie’s driver of success.
Channa Mereya
Movie: Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016)
Music composer: Pritam
This song re-defined the meaning of love, just like the movie did! A song that tries to heal the wounded soul, “Channa Mereya” has become synonymous with heart breaks. A melancholic piece of art which has the best impact when heard after an emotional session .
Kabhi Jo Baadal
Movie: Jackpot (2013)
Music composer: Sharib-Toshi
Another romantic song which garnered a lot of appreciation. Infused with piano notes and sound of rainfall, along with Arijit’s melodious touch, causes a magical impact when the song is played.
Phir Mohabbat
Movie: Murder 2 (2015)
Music composer: Mithoon
Once bitten, twice shy! A song many of us instantly connect with, capturing the beautiful dilemma of a broken heart perfectly, Arijit Singh has done absolute justice to this one by singing it to the perfection that it deserves.
Samjhawan
Movie: Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania
Music composer: Sharib-Toshi
The song was originally sung by 2 Pakistani singers – Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Farah Anwar in a Punjabi film. The song became an instant hit and remained at the number one position on music charts for weeks , which was later followed by an unplugged version of it.
Mast Magan
Movie: 2 States (2014)
Music composer: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
With a tremendous amount of soul infused in it, this song celebrates the feeling of two young people falling in love with each other. The producers of the film believed that this song had the power to remain in the hearts of the listener. It did prove to be so!
Kabira
Movie: Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
Music composer: Pritam
This song, depicting a wedding ceremony, with a touch of dhol, table and shehnai, will readily bring the flavor of nostalgia in your mind, thus warming your heart. The song manages to put you in a state of mind, which is very hard to come out of!
Agar Tum Saath Ho
Movie: Tamasha
Music composer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
A song as heart-wrenching as its video, this is a song that comforts the chaotic and broken-hearted. Alka Yagnik received much acclaim for this song, where her voices weaves beautifully with that of Arijit’s, but Arijit was a true genius in this one as well.
Breakup Song
Movie: Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016)
Music composer: Pritam
Yes, Arijit can make you dance and rejoice to heart breaks too. A song celebrating the most feared aspect in a youth’s life, teaches people to relax and enjoy life as it is.
Muskurane
Movie: CityLights
Music composer: Jeet Ganguly
Mukesh Bhatt rightly defines the song when he says “Easy to hum but with depth melodic song”. Lyrics of the song, though simple, cause a heartfelt impact, which amplifies with Arijit’s voice supporting it.
Is there a song you think should be on the list and isn’t? Tell us in the comments below. Also tell your favorite Arijit Singh songs.