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Top 50 Old Songs Bollywood - A Flash Back to Good Old Days

We know the top 50 old songs Bollywood that are evergreen for Hindi song fans. Check to see whether you have already added these tracks to your playlist! We know you cannot get enough of the old songs. They have more of meaningful and soothing music than modern ones. Thus, here comes a list of 50 old songs Bollywood for you to enjoy! Most songs are from famous Bollywood films, divided into different themes: dance songs, romantic songs, wedding songs, and sad songs. Scroll down now if you can't wait to hear them out.

Top 50 Old Songs Bollywood Most-frequently Played

12 Best Dance Songs in Bollywood

Top 12 Bollywood dance songs (Entertainment)

In the 90s, dance songs became significantly popular in India with a colorful, dynamic, and theatrical style.

"Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya" by the famous Lata Mangeshkar in Mughal-E-Azam (1960)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzVG01dDTCA "Why fear when in love?" is the English title of Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya. As the name implies, the song presents the passionate love of a girl to the King and his whole court.

"Honton Mein Aisi Baat Main" by Lata Mangeshkar in Jewel Thief (1967)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBJ1OA3qzLg Also sung by Lata Mangeshkar, Honton Mein Aisi Baat Main was one of the most iconic dance songs in Indian Cinema. It contains diverse genres of music illustrated by almost continuous dance sequences.

"Piya Tu Ab To Aaja” by Asha Bhosle in Caravan (1971)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yULawzPhBEI  This old dance song is indeed prevalent in a nightclub. The music is quick and orgasmic. The singer gives her suggestive breath at intervals that will seduce every man to dance with her.

"Ke Pag Ghungaroo Baandh" by Kishore Kumar in Namak Halal (1982)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACx90Xc7q_w This song always represents itself in the top 50 80s songs of India. Surprisingly enough, it is the fifth of Beethoven in the intro part of Ke Pag Ghungaroo Baandh, mixed with a traditional Indian touch. The music is both classical and Western.

"I Am A Disco Dancer" by Bappi and Vijay Benedict in Disco Dancer (1982)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d89cCzUIxpQ  This song contributed to the disco's peak time in the 1980s. I Am A Disco Dancer has highlighted characteristics of disco music in India later: repetitive lyrics, hypnotic rhythm, and electronic sounds.

"Humko Aaj Kal Hai Intezaar” by Anupama Deshpande in Sailaab (1990)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kzwc9_hyWhA  "Humko Aaj Kal Hai Intezaar; Koi Aaye Leke Pyaar" is repeated in stanzas, making the song addictive. It is ideal background music for a group dance.

"Akhiyaan Milaoon Kabhi” by Alka Yagnik in Raja (1995)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmEWg3P1GUQ  We call "Akhiyaan Milaoon Kabhi" a romantic dance song. The lyrics describe a couple who are deeply falling in love with each other and trying to express their feeling by dancing.

"Yaara O Yaara Milna Hamara” by Vinod Rathod in Jeet (1996)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wZkJlSktHQ&vl=en  Whenever we catch a sound from Yaara O Yaara Milna Hamara, we remember the iconic foot-tapping dance of Indian people. The music is fast and upbeat.

"Kisi Disco Mein Jaaye Kisi Hotel” by Alka Yagnik in Bade Miyan Chhote Miyan (1998)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5XfSt2kvqA   Alka Yagnik earns another slot on the list with the Kisi Disco Mein Jaaye Kisi Hotel. It makes you dance right from the first line; indeed, "Kisi disco mein jaaye" means "Let's go to a disco."

"Dola Re Dola” by Shreya Ghoshal in Devdas (2002)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wZkJlSktHQ&vl=en  Do you want to recall the iconic choreography of the duo dance Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit in Devdas? A Dola Re Dola song backed it up.

“Aaja Nachle” by Madhuri Dixit in Aaja Nachle (2007)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ectWRbbYgk The song is the OST soundtrack of the film with the same name - Aaja Nachle. Both the composer and singer successfully raked up a sort of storm throughout the song.

“Ghagra” by Rekha Bharadwaj in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caoGNx1LF2Q  You should both listen to and watch the video of Ghagra. The dancing queen Madhuri Dixit is here, dancing to entertaining music and among eye-appealing ghagras.

12 Best Romantic Songs in Bollywood

Evergreen romantic songs in Bollywood (sacnilk)

Most Bollywood films are romantic, and the background music makes them even more memorable.

"Dheere Dheere Se Meri Zindagi Mein Aana” by Kumar Sanu in Aashiqui (1990)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iO7iPJ58UM  There are two versions of the song, yet we loved the old one. It is a golden classic-pure song of all time.

"Mujhe Neend Na Aaye" by Udit Narayan in Aashiqui (1990)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrZcR4GzWq8  Mujhe Neend Na Aaye tells the love story of Raja and Madhu, falling in love, falling out of love, then coming back together ever after. The song packs many sorts of feelings.

“Tumhe Apna Banane Ki Kasam” by Anuradha and Kumar Sanu in Sadak (1991)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aMgmlXHoT4  Send this song to your crush to express your deep passion for her, saying, "Tumhe Apna banane ki Kasam Khaayi hai khaayi hai/swore to make you my own."

“Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin” by Aamir Khan in Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9efe0rjDlE  The song and its album ranked in the Top 5 highest-selling soundtracks of 1991 in India and have still been iconic to date. The melody is classical, and the lyrics are romantic.

“Adayein Bhi Hain” by Anuradha Paudwal in Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MK7a38CM0BA  Another evergreen song in the movie Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991) is Adayein Bhi Hain. The voice of Anuradha Paudwal is sweet and full of affection.

“Dekha Teri Mast Nigahon Mein” by Asha Bhosle in Khiladi (1992)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TJWHhTCS1I  Sing this song with your partner in Karaoke. The melody is easy to remember, and the lyrics are lovely.

“Koi Na Koi Chahiye” by Shahrukh Khan in Deewana (1992)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euZmH3dMDaE  Your body moves in the first verse of the song, hearing the strong and energetic voice of Shahrukh Khan.

"O Lal Dupatta Wali" by Govinda in Aankhen (1992)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62phoYfEpPU O Lal Dupatta Wali reminds us of a young, naughty man trying to follow and flirt with his crush. The lyrics are fun and upbeat.

“Mouka Milenga To Hum” by Udit Narayan in Dilwale (1993)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY0mAlNXcyY  If you are a fan of Udit Narayan, you might have heard of his Mouka Milenga To Hum. The song has become a famous song to confess love "If I get a chance, then I'll prove how much I love you, my beloved."

“Ye Kaali Kaali Aankhen” by Anu Malik in Baazigar (1993)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CvSysBhwLg  Baazigar's "Ye Kaali Kaali Aankhen" soundtrack is nearly 20 years old, and it is still heard today. Like many songs of Kumar Sanu, the music is classical yet modern.

“Dil Mera Churaya Kyun” by Anu Malik in Akele Hum Akele Tum (1995)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSu5cz2GFts  The rhythm of Dil Mera Churaya Kyun keeps echoing in your mind while its lyrics carry deep painful emotions of love!

“Ghar Se Nikalte Hi” by Udit Narayan in Papa Kehte Hain (1996)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IcVb6hFhPs Udit Narayan has a melodious voice. Thus, he turned Ghar Se Nikalte Hi into an iconic song about a man who fell in love at first sight.

11 Best Wedding Songs in Bollywood

Beautiful songs for your special day (timesofindia)

Many of the romantic songs above can be your wedding songs. Or, you can pick up some from the following list.

"Mere Sapno Ki Rani Song" by Kishore Kumar in Aradhana (1969)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Q8mrKJ1Jps This Bollywood 60s song has an aggressive tonality; the cherry on top is Kishor Kumar's voice.

“Kisi Raah Mein Kisi Mod Par” by Lata Mangeshkar in Mere Humsafar (1970)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXocW9ED5wY Lata Mangeshkar's and Mukesh's soulful voice expresses a gentle yet deep love desired by any couple.

"Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas" by Kishore Kumar in Blackmail starring Dharmendra (1973)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMuRRXCuy-4 Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas is fantastic for playing for the bride, telling her that you - as a groom, will always love her.

“Neele Neele Ambar Par” by Kishore Kumar in Kalaakaar (1983)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ujl0rhUICGg When we hear this song at a wedding, we think about a groom desiring to love and finally finding his bride.

“Rukmani Rukmani” by Allah Rakha Rahman in Roja (1992)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdCpyZndrfc The lyrics are beautiful: "Katti Konda Aanum Pennum, Thottu Tharum Mutha Satham/It is the sound of kisses by married couples" or "Kattil Onnu Vittu Vittu, Mettu Kattum Inba Satham/The sound of joy from the intermittent cot crackles." Rukmani Rukmani is the sound of love.

"Hum Aapke Hain Koun" by Salman Khan in Hum Aapke Hain Koun (1994)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyJoeduGpJI Hum Aapke Hain Koun is a classic Bollywood song for all those who fall in love unconditionally, like a newlywed couple.

“Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna Song by Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sver9O8K3t8 The song was sung at one of the most memorable weddings in Indian films by the bride and groom. They were looking forward to a happy life after.

"Chote Chote Bhaiyon Ke" by Udit Narayan in Hum Saath-Saath Hain (1999)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caEfgyFv4SM Turn the "Chote Chote Bhaiyon Ke" on and dance happily with your guest at the wedding!

“Pyar Deewana Hota Hai movie” by Udit Narayan in Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai (2002)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtfRQ76-I7k Pyar Deewana Hota Hai presents a crazy yet wonderful love that is unaware of happiness or sadness.

"Maahi Ve" by Shah Rukh Khan in Kal Ho Na Ho (2003)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BWdglekty0 Another song to dance through a sangeet night is Maahi Ve. The song was in the Kal Ho Na Ho film in 2003.

"Navratri Majhi" by Sunidhi Chauhan in English Vinglish (2012)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEHNef66HT0 Supposing that you want your wedding to be both traditional and modern, "NAVRAI MAJHI" should be added to the list. The song has a Marathi folk tune and an American touch.

15 Best Soulful Songs

Many old famous songs Bollywood are soulful and soothing to hear. After a long day, it helps you decompress and temporarily forget about your issues.

“Aaja Re” by Mukesh and Lata Mangeshkar in Aah (1953)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sver9O8K3t8 It touches our hearts watching Lata Mangeshkar cry quietly while missing her lover. The sorrowful feeling flows from the lyrics.

"Toote Huye Khwabon Ne" by Mohammed Rafi in Madhumati (1958)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkjfF11k7ls Coming in second place is the song Toote Huye Khwabon Ne, which awakes a man after losing his true love.

"Mohabbat Ki jhooti Kahani" by Lata Mangeshkar in Mughal-E-Azam (1960)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dloxBZgcAKs The song comes on the lips of a woman who is betrayed by the one she loves with her whole heart.

“Yaad Na Jaaye Beete Dinon Ki” by Mohammed Rafi in Dil Ek Mandir (1963)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxrw-OCRdgU The song is the autobiography of a man who regrets his ex-lover. It reminds us to treasure our relationship.

“Dost Dost Na Raha” by Mukesh in Sangam (1964)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY5AMJtMY3A We remember Sundar - the character of Sangam, poured his heart out when singing this song as he discovered the unsigned letter of his beloved wife for his friend. The lyrics feel the pain of betrayal.

“Woh Shaam Kuchh Ajeeb Thi” by Kishore Kumar in Khamoshi (1969)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDXFi3avqo0 Woh Shaam Kuchh Ajeeb Thi is a typical song in the 1960s. It is melodic with poetic lyrics and very gentle background music.

“Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli” by Manna Dey in Anand (1971)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WHxCww2gUk Although the song falls in the "sad" genre, you can feel relaxed after listening to it, understanding that it is common when life sometimes makes us laugh and cry.

"Zindagi Ke Safar Mein" by Kishore Kumar in Aap Ki Kasam (1974)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdNqBA44Bg Another song that helps you realize that the reality of life can be ups and downs; people around us will get separated from us one day.

"Mera Jeevan Kora Kagaz" by Kishore Kumar in Kora Kagaz (1974)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmDWt1skq24 You might feel yourself in the lyrics about loss, dashed hopes, and broken dreams. Thus, listening to the song is like you find a soulmate.

"Hum Bewafa Hargiz Na Thay" by Kishore Kumar in Shalimar (1978)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ODQEjSUnok Once again, the lyrical voice of Kishore Kumar makes the song full of mood that touches the audience's hearts.

“Justjoo Jiski Thi Usko” by Asha Bhosle in Umrao Jaan (1981)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVkepsO8I4Y This song is a typical composition of Khayyam in melodious and soft music depicting deep emotions.

”Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi” by Lata Mangeshkar in Masoom (1983)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9u-DCn0wDVI The song has two versions, separated for females and males. Here we introduce the version of Lata Mangeshkar that narrates her pain in suffering from her husband's unfaithfulness.

“Tadap Tadap Ke” by K.K in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwiDJclWo44 K.K - the talent of Bollywood passed away this year. Thus, it is even sader to listen to Tadap Tadap Ke.

“Kyon Kisi Ko Wafa Ke” by Udit Narayan in Tere Naam (2003)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKXOdCRK3Zg This song explores human nature's inherent isolation and insecurity, which we rarely admit in front of others.

“Maa” by Shankar Mahadevan in Taare Zameen Par (2007)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOK08cRwE6c We burst into tears when hearing this song. It brings back a tsunami of memories of Moms and the good old days.

It's Time to Enjoy Bollywood Music

Have you saved your favorite from the top 50 songs Bollywood? Then, it is time to have some music on and enjoy the rest of the day.