( Awaara ) – The song that made Raj Kapoor a global icon.
( Dil Se.. ) – A technical and rhythmic marvel by Rahman. Pehla Nasha ( Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar ) Dheere Dheere Se Meri Zindagi Mein Aana ( Aashiqui ) Dil To Pagal Hai ( Dil To Pagal Hai ) Baazigar O Baazigar ( Baazigar ) Kehna Hi Kya ( Bombay ) Sandese Aate Hain ( Border ) Kuch Kuch Hota Hai ( Kuch Kuch Hota Hai ) Taal Se Taal Mila ( Taal ) The New Millennium: 2000s – 2010s 100 best hindi songs
( Aradhana ) – A breakthrough in sensual storytelling. ( Awaara ) – The song that made Raj Kapoor a global icon
( Woh Kaun Thi? ) – Often cited as the most beautiful song ever recorded. Pehla Nasha ( Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar )
The foundation of Bollywood music was built on poetic lyrics (Shayari) and classical influences. This era belonged to legends like Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammad Rafi.