100 Best Hindi Songs

Spiritual, poetic, and technically brilliant.

76. Humein Toh Loot Liya – Al Hilal (1958) One of the most famous Qawwalis in film history.

77. Chadhta Suraj Dheere Dheere – Traditional Qawwali Often used in films, this classic warns of the fleeting nature of life.

78. Mera Koi Nahi Sahara – Dillagi (1949) Suraiya’s classic heartbreak song.

79. Madhosh Dil Ki Dhadkan – Madhosh (1951) Early romantic melody.

80. Yeh Ishq Ishq Hai – Barsaat Ki Raat (1960) A musical argument about the nature of love.

81. Nigahen Milane Ko Jee Chahta Hai – Dil Hi To Hai (1963) The nervousness of making eye contact with a crush.

82. Sau Baar Janam Lenge – Ustadon Ke Ustad (1963) A promise of eternal love across lifetimes.

83. Tum Itna Jo Muskura Rahe Ho – Arth (1982) A ghazal by Jagjit Singh that peels back the mask of a smiling face.

84. Jhuki Jhuki Si Nazar – Arth (1982) Another Jagjit Singh gem for quiet, introspective listening.

85. Hoshwalon Ko Khabar Kya – Sarfarosh (1999) A philosophical song about love and awareness.

86. Kisi Nazar Ko Tera Intezaar – Aitbaar (1985) A late-night listening classic.

Music is the soul of India, and Hindi film music—often referred to as Bollywood music—has an unmatched ability to capture every human emotion. From the golden melodies of the 1950s to the electronic beats of the 2020s, the 100 best Hindi songs represent more than just entertainment; they are a cultural chronicle of the nation.

Compiling a list of the 100 best Hindi songs is no small feat. Does "best" mean the most technically complex? The most romantic? The most streamed? For this definitive guide, we have blended art, popularity, lyrical brilliance, and timeless emotional impact.

Here is your ultimate journey through seven decades of musical heaven.

Diverse genres, indie influences, and the new wave of composers like Amit Trivedi and Pritam. 100 best hindi songs

87. Mahi Ve – Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) A celebration of friendship and love, tinged with the sadness of mortality.

88. Mitwa – Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006) An uplifting rock-ballad style track.

89. Nagada Nagada – Jab We Met (2007) Punjabi energy with a traditional dhol beat.

90. Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani – Title Track (2009) Fast-paced, fun romantic energy.

91. Nadaan Parinde – Rockstar (2011) A.R. Rahman’s rock anthem for the lost soul.

92. Kun Faya Kun – Rockstar (2011) A spiritual Sufi rock track that became a modern prayer for the youth.

93. Agar Tum Saath Ho – Tamasha (2015) The modern anthem for a broken relationship. Alka Yagnik returns with a masterpiece.

94. Raabta – Agent Vinod (2012) Melodious and haunting.

95. Gerua – Dilwale (2015) The modern "romantic landscape" song, shot on exotic locations.

96. Zaalima – Raees (2017) A catchy, upbeat romantic number.

97. Bekhayali – Kabir Singh (2019) Intense, raw pain translated into music.

98. Kesariya – Brahmastra (2022) A pure love song that took the internet by storm before release.

99. Apna Bana Le – Bhediya (2022) A comforting, magical melody.

100. Tere Vaaste – Zara Hatke Zara Bachke (2023) A contemporary hit that blends traditional melody with modern beats.

The 80s brought R.D. Burman’s genius to the forefront, giving us jazz, disco, and experimental rock. Spiritual, poetic, and technically brilliant

21. "Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Aaja" – Parvati Khan (1982) Disco Dancer took Bollywood international. This song is an 80s cult classic.

22. "Kya Hua Tera Wada" – Mohammad Rafi (1977 – Late 70s crossover) Too iconic to skip.

23. "Om Shanti Om" – Kishore Kumar (1980) The quintessential disco party starter from Karz.

24. "Ek Do Teen" – Alka Yagnik (1988) Tezaab. A watershed moment. Alka Yagnik screaming "Ek do teen" made Madhuri Dixit a star.

25. "Papa Kehte Hain" – Udit Narayan (1988) The pressure of being a good Indian son, perfectly sung by Udit Narayan in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak.

26. "Aap Jaisa Koi" – Nazia Hassan (1980) Qurbani. Nazia Hassan was a teenager when she recorded this pop masterpiece. It changed Bollywood music forever.

27. "Mere Rang Mein" – Asha Bhosle (1981) From Silsila, this is a thick, heavy monsoon of passion.

28. "Tujhe Dekha To" – Lata Mangeshkar & Kumar Sanu (1983) From Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge? No, wait? Actually, it's from Dilwale Dulhania... (1995). Let's correct that. Actually, 1983 had "Jab Hum Jawan Honge"... Let's jump to the actual 1995 classic later.

(Correction in timeline – many 90s songs started appearing in late 80s)

29. "Hawa Hawa" – Hasan Jahangir (1987) A Pakistani pop song that became a Bollywood disco staple.

30. "Mujhe Neend Na Aaye" – Mohammad Rafi & Lata Mangeshkar (1980) A soft, longing duet from Dostana.

The era of the Nadeem-Shravan, Jatin-Lalit, and A.R. Rahman. Pure, unadulterated romance.

31. Tere Bina Jiya Jaye Na – Ghar (1978) Lata Mangeshkar’s sweet, innocent longing.

32. Dil Deewana – Maine Pyar Kiya (1989) The song that introduced the boy-next-door romance of the late 80s.

33. Aaja Shaam Hone Aayi – Maine Pyar Kiya (1989) The innocent excitement of meeting a lover in the evening. Music is the soul of India, and Hindi

34. Pehla Nasha – Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) The anthem of first love. The slow-motion picturization is legendary.

35. Chand Sitaron – Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) An anthem of optimism and friendship.

36. Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Pagal Hai – Saajan (1991) A love triangle expressed through two male voices (Kumar Sanu and Pankaj Udhas).

37. Baharon Phool Barsao – Suraj (1966) An evergreen romantic classic by Rafi that is played at every celebration.

38. Tujhe Dekha To – Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) The definition of the 90s romance. The yellow mustard fields are iconic.

39. Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna – DDLJ (1995) The ultimate wedding song that plays in Indian weddings to this day.

40. Ho Gaya Hai Tujhko To Pyar Sajna – Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) A song about the surrender of love.

41. Jaadu Teri Nazar – Darr (1993) Intense, obsessive love. Shah Rukh Khan’s stalker persona made this famous.

42. Tu Hi Re – Bombay (1995) A.R. Rahman’s masterpiece. A blend of Hindu devotion and Islamic musical structures.

43. Kehna Hi Kya – Bombay (1995) Chitra’s voice makes this one of the most sensuous songs of the decade.

44. Chaiyya Chaiyya – Dil Se (1998) Dancing on top of a train. Sukhwinder Singh’s energy is unmatched.

45. Tanhayee – Dil Chahta Hai (2001) The song of loneliness and heartbreak for the modern generation.

46. Kal Ho Naa Ho – Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) A carpe diem anthem. Sonu Nigam at his absolute best.

47. Main Hoon Na – Main Hoon Na (2004) A reassuring promise of support and friendship.

48. Tum Hi Ho – Aashiqui 2 (2013) The song that revived the trend of tragic, intense romance in the 2010s.

49. Channa Mereya – Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016) A modern classic of heartbreak and resignation at a wedding.

50. Tera Ban Jaunga – Kabir Singh (2019) A viral hit representing modern, intense devotion.