Author : Aarohi Agarwal
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The day was 15th August 1947, when India earned her Independence back from British colonization. The glory of this day was based on the numerous life and pain of many Indians. And now the country is still growing yet thriving in various aspects. And every Indian is celebrating this day with music to remember the fact that thousands have died to breathe freely. So, if you are going to celebrate this 15th of August with your neighborhood club or at the school or any other organization this list might help you to assimilate the essence of this glorious day, when, “At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.”
- Maa Tujhe Salaam by A. R. Rahman
The musical maestro A. R. Rahman has proved in several instances that his musically patriotic works are just enthralling rich and this list will deliver more instances. And this timeless song is the reason why he is such a great composer. The song was released in 1997 to celebrate 50 years of Indian Independence, and there hasn’t been a single Independence Day has passed without this musical masterpiece. Quoting Bankim Chandra’s words, the name of this album was ‘Vande Mataram’.
- Ye Jo Des Hai Tera from Swades
Another Rahman gem that was used in the Ashutosh Gowariker directed, Shahrukh Khan starred movie Swades. The social messaging of this movie was equally great as this song, yet the song with the Rahman magic became more popular than the movie. With lines like “Mitti ki hai jo khushboo, tu kaise bhulayega? Tu chahe kahin jaaye, tu laut ke aayega.” The motif of this musical masterpiece was great and the factual narrative about brain drain made every Indian to introspect their decisions.
- Aye Mere Pyare Watan from Kabuliwala
This evergreen Manna Dey classic is from the 1961 movie, Kabuliwala. His soothing voice kept this song alive in the hearts of every Indian, pulling the right strings of patriotism in the most musical way. The poignant lyricism with a soul-stirring melody made this song to be more impressive than ever. With lyrics like “Jitna yaad aata hai mujhko, utna tadpata hai tu/ Tujhpe dil kurbaan” the song encapsulated the yearning feeling to be near home.
- Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon by Lata Mangeshkar
Another Independence Day classic, Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon by Lata Mangeshkar, has the whole heart of this nation. The Nightingale of India making a musical tribute to every soldier fighting for this country, who has died in war to save this country from outside invaders. Her beautiful voice is paying homage to every Martyr choosing death to secure the future of this country. The song was specially written after the Sino-Indian war in 1962, soldiers who died in the war.
- Teri Mitti from Kesari
The 2019 film Kesari brought back the unimaginable incident of 1897, the Battle of Saragarhi, where an army of 21 Sikhs fought against 10,000 Afghans. The Akshay Kumar-starred movie was somewhere overpowered by this exquisitely overwhelming track. The song is sharing a vantage of a soldier who is willing to give his life for this country. And B Praak’s emotionally charged diction has elevated the entire experience of this number to the next level.
- Rang De Basanti from Rang De Basanti
This A. R. Rahman’s song was an ode to hope and celebration in the face of sacrifice. The charming Daler Mehndi and Rahman duo made this song not just enjoyable but also make your heart smile, accenting all the flaws this country might have, but you still love it. And this realization of being in love with acceptance might be the best thing about this song. And this song is incomplete without the clips of Amir Khan practicing for the role of Chandrashekhar Azad to execute the Kakori conspiracy are hilarious.
- Chak De India from Chak De India
This is the go-to sports anthem for every Indian; the inspiring lyricism of the song with the charged-up vocals of Sukhwinder Singh and the compositions of Salim-Sulaiman took the song to the next level. Yet, this movie has various motivational numbers but this song will always hold a special position in everyone’s heart. The incredible tale of the secularism of India made everyone see the beauty and pain of this country, showing the brightest anecdote of unity in diversity in every minute of its running time.
- Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire
The upbeat song was penned by Gulzar and composed the none other than A. R. Rahman for the multi-Oscar movie Slumdog Millionaire. The ensemble cast made the movie compelling but this song become one of the great epitome of patriotism. Separately this song got an Academy and Grammy to its name and the celebration of ‘Jai Ho’ offers Goosebumps galore which will always stay close to the hearts of every Indian.
- Bharat Humko Jaan Se Pyara Hai from Roja
This song is from the soul-stirring Mani Ratnam movie Roja, and this is another slightly forgotten gem of Rahman. The profound Hariharan followed by the Rahman-trained chorus made this number a must listen on this Independence Day. The controversially trilling movie with the backbone of a simple love story, gave this song the concluding minutes. But still, the song became one of the most loved songs for Independence Day.
- Mera Rang De Basanti Chola from The Legend of Bhagat Singh
As per the best tracks for Independence Day, Rahman continues to reappear. The Sonu Nigam and Manmohan Waris song imagined the timeless and heartfelt Bhagat Singh poem. This poem and the emotions lingering with this person will never perish from the memories of every Indian thus, this song and the emotions of this song manage to make a space in the hearts of every Indian.
The emotion of this day and the narrative of these aforementioned tracks are completely in sync with every Indian. On this day of Indian wisdom cherish the Indian culture, Indian music, and above all India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic, republic country. And if you have just a few minutes extra to celebrate your country this Independence Day then please once again read the Preamble to the Constitution of India, along with listening to these numbers.
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