Songs from the southeast Asian subcontinent have always been so rich in terms of composition, vernacular, and beat.
The one thing that strongly appeals to “har Hindustani ke dil ki dhadkan” is the feel-good factor it has. These are lyrics that port you to another dimension, where you don’t hear the song but vibe with it too.
The beautifully woven words in Hindi along with the nawabi zaika of Urdu are a deadly combination to steal our hearts away! This is why we’re compelled to listen to them on loop.
Here’s our pick of 7 Urdu song lyrics and Hindi song lyrics that define life beautifully.
Jeena Issi Ka Naam Hai, Mukesh
Kisi ki muskuraahaton pe ho nisaar Kisi ka dard mil sake to le udhaar Kisi ke vaaste ho tere dil mein pyaar Jeena isi ka naam hai
This evergreen classic from the movie Anaadi starring Raj Kapoor continues to live in our hearts even after six decades of its release. This “old-is-gold” bollywood number glorifies the entire essence of our existence in just a span of 4 minutes. The sheer meaning of life is to love; for all of us will cease to remain one day and the only legacy we shall leave behind is the love we shared while we lived. The ultimate takehome from this song is to find happiness in the little things life has to offer, to be kind and forever hopeful kyunki jeena issi ka naam hai!
Pyaar Deewana Hota Hai, Kishore Kumar
Rahe koi sau paradon men, dare sharm se Nazar aji laakh churaaye, koi sanam se Aa hi jaata hai jis pe dil ana hota hai
Love is limitless. It takes its own course and works its own magic. This beautifully crafted Hindi song from the movie Kati Patang, sung by Kishore Kumar is the epitome of the greatness of love. The lyrics centre on the idea that there is only one true power.; The power of love, unfathomable and unrequited, and you cannot run away from it. So embrace the beauty of it and fall in love with all that you’ve got. (Can’t help but, Awwwww)
Tujhse Naraaz Nahi Zindagi, Anup Ghoshal
This song is from the movie Masoom, lyrics by Gulzar, and music by RD Burman is a masterpiece of all times. It very innocently captures the true dilemma of life, of all the challenges it throws at us only to learn and evolve from it. How it never fails to amuse us, each day, making us more grateful for it.
Zindagi tere ghum ne humein rishte naye samajhaye, Mile jo humein dhoop mein mile chhanv ke thande saaye
This line has my heart as it so subtly highlights how lifes’ sorrows are not our permanent way of being but just a passing phase to learn and grow from, for you can only see the rainbow after the storm has passed.
Hoshwalon Ko Khabar Kya, Jagjit Singh
And when Jagjit Singh said ; Hum Labon Se Keh Na Paaye, Unse Haal-E-Dil Kabhi Aur Woh Samjhe Nahin Ye Khamoshi Kya Cheez Hai.
The entire youngistan of Hindustan felt it. For all those who have experienced pehle pyaar ka pehla nasha when everything makes sense yet nothing makes sense at all, this soulful track hits a distinct chord, they call it a classic for a reason. The lyrics of this song are intoxicating & life’s always good when you’re intoxicated. (Just Kidding)
Ilahi, Arjit Singh
Kal pe sawaal hai, jeena filhaal hai Khaanabadoshiyon pe hi jaane kyun Ilahi mera jee aaye aaye
This one has to be my personal favorite as it truly points out: Tomorrow is not guaranteed so live for today. Fall in love with people, places & experiences. Live life kingsize while you have it! In the video, Ranbir Kapoor is seen strolling the streets of Paris making us envy his traveler life, giving a gentle nudge to the wanderlust within us all. (And don’t even get me started on his killer looks)
Aashiyan, Shreya Ghoshal & Nikhil George
The songs in this movie, Barfi, are as awe-inspiring as the movie itself. Aashiyan is a delightful depiction of how beautiful life truly can be, and all that matters is perspective.
Aadhi aadhi baant le, Aaja dil ki ye zameen Thoda sa tera sa hoga, Thoda mera bhi hoga apna ye aashiyan Itti si hansi, Itti si khushi Itta sa tukda chand ka Khwabon ke tinkon se, Chal banayein aashiyan
Listening to this song instantly uplifts your mood and channelizes a sense of positivity within. Words are very thoughtfully woven into sentences that touch the listener’s heart and fill it with joy.
Jeete Hai Chal, Kavitha Seth
If there’s ever been a song in Bollywood based on gracefully moving on in life, it’s got to be this one (it starts with Gayatri Mantra which is pleasing to the ears).
Gham musafir tha jaane de Dhoop aangan mein aane de Jeete hain chal, Jeete hain chal
It sends across a very powerful message to all those who have faced atrocities so deep that they are hesitant to start over: Let it go! Celebrate life and all that it has to offer. It might seem like a difficult thing to do right now but you won’t feel that way forever. Each day brings new hope and hope keeps us all alive. So live today to the fullest and let go of the past.
As they say, if life is a car then music is fuel. It keeps us going. Tweet
So heres’ leaving you with our pick of the top 7 Hindi/Urdu songs that define life for the beauty it is.
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