Entering yet another day of the COVID-19 lockdown, we are pretty sure, like us, you’re scrambling to find something to pass your time with, as you stay home to abide the laws.
Well, in such a situation, what’s better than some great music for that to keep you company then?
Exploring the realm of brilliance in music during days where you cannot do anything but calm yourself down, we believe there’s nothing better than Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to keep you soothed!
Which songs do we love of his? Diva has the lowdown…
Afreen Afreen
A Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan classic that was given a new life with Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s rendition featuring Momina Mustehan on Coke Studio, Afreen Afreen became an instant hit once again.
Jiya Dhadak Dhadak
A song with beautifully sweet undertones, Jiya Dhadak Dhadak is one of the first songs Rahat sang in Bollywood, and it remains a classic!
Mann Ki Lagan
Another Bollywood song Rahat sang in his heydays, Mann Ki Lagan from the film Paap, has some of the most soothing notes meted out by the maestro.
O Re Piya
A song as beautiful as the Indian actress it was featured upon, O Re Piya from Madhuri Dixit’s Aaja Nachle was able to explore the different Raagas Rahat could sing in!
Jag Ghoomeya
A song full of romantic notes, Rahat’s Jag Ghoomeya is all about the mellifluous crooning the singer does effortlessly. It’s a song you can just sit back, relax and listen to all day long.
Aas Paas Khuda
A song that is for those who want something with meaning and purpose, Rahat’s Aas Paas Khuda from Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra’s Anjaana Anjaani is one with major soul!
Bol Na Halke Halke
A track that is pure romance in all of its layers, Rahat’s Bol Na Halke Halke is definitely a song that made Bollywood foray back into such genres of romance!
Main Jahan Rahoon
A classic song that people can’t listen to without getting emotional, Main Jahan Rahoon is one of Rahat’s absolute best. The song has a true meaning behind it, and for anyone looking for a song to keep their emotional quotient in check, this one’s it.
Surili Ankhiyon Wale
Another track that proves Rahat’s ability to sing amazingly romantic songs, Surili Ankhiyon Wale is one for the books. It’s not only soothing but also has brilliant lyrics.
Main Tenu Samjhawwan
A song that reminds us of Rahat’s classic renditions of Nusrat’s songs, Main Tenu Samjhawwan is one for the lovelorn. It’s bittersweet in many ways, but it just hits the right notes!