( Suraj , 1966) – A timeless romantic track often ranked as one of the greatest.

( Umrao Jaan , 1981) – A high point for ghazals in mainstream cinema. The Romantic 1990s – Early 2000s

( Awaara , 1951) – A song that gained global recognition, especially in Russia and China.

Hindi cinema, or Bollywood, has produced an incredible library of music over the last century, ranging from soulful ghazals of the 1950s to high-energy dance anthems of the modern era. Compiling a list of the 100 best Hindi songs is a journey through changing trends in melody, lyrics, and technology.

This period was defined by poetic lyrics and legendary singers like Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, and Kishore Kumar.

( Kal Ho Naa Ho , 2003) – An emotional title track that resonates across borders.