The Eternal Bond: Part 2

In the earlier article we saw few new songs which had the capacity to bring our sensitive and emotional side. In this article we will take you back in time and travel through some old songs keeping in mind the emotional quotient. As mentioned earlier the theme doesn’t confine itself into any particular relationship. You will find songs depicting the relationship of various kinds whether it is friendship, father-daughter relationship or love for the motherland.

1. Surmai Ankhiyon Mein – Sadma (1983)

Surmai Ankhiyon Mein is a superhit hindi song from the 1983 movie Sadma. Sung by the legendary K. J. Yesudas (Kattassery Joseph Yesudas) the emotional tune is composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The song’s powerful lyrics were penned by none other than the great Gulzar. The lullaby features Kamal Haasan and Sridevi.

2. Do Naina Aur Ek Kahani – Masoom (1983)

Do Naina Aur Ek Kahani is a hindi song from the 1983 movie Masoom. This philosophical song is usually mistaken as a lullaby by the listeners. The simple arrangement of the song by R.D. Burman adds to the great emotional quotient and meaning it has.
The lyrics by Gulzar were ahead o time and a masterpiece. The song features Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi. The song is sung by Aarti Mukherji.

3. Amar Rahe Tera Pyar – Haathi Mere Saathi (1971)

Emotional bond transcends all obstacles and loves knows no bounds. Such is the case with this song where the man’s best friend is an animal, an Elephant at that! Be ready for the mammoth emotional ride. The song is sung by Kishore Kumar and features Rajesh Khanna. The music is composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal.

4. Yeh Dil Sun Raha Hai – Khamoshi (1996)

Communication between the daughter and the parents breaking all barriers and yet communicating everything through pure emotions. Yeh Dil Sun Raha is a hindi song from the 1996 movie Khamoshi: The Musical. Sung by Kavita Krishnamurthy the song is composed by Jatin-Lalit and written by Majrooh Sultanpuri. The video features Salman Khan, Manisha Koirala, Nana Patekar and Seema Biswas.

5. Babul Pyare – Johny Mera Naam (1970)

The father is a first hero of any daughter. The first ever man she falls in love with. The irreplaceable person with whom she compares every man she meets later in her life. Babul Pyare is a hindi song from the 1970 movie Johny Mera Naam. The song is sung by Lata Mangeshkar. The song is composed by Kalyanji Anandji and written by Indeevar. The video features Hema Malini in which she is asking questions as to who would complete all the duties of a father in his absence and the love that only he could shower.

6. Bada Natkhat Hai Yeh – Amar Prem (1972)

It is not necessary to give birth to a child to become his parent. It is the feeling that matters. The same feeling is reflected in this song where Sharmila Tagore is pouring her motherly love on a little child with whom she doesnt share a DNA with and yet he is her son. Bada Natkhat Hai Yeh is a hindi song from the 1972 movie Amar Prem. The song is sung by Lata Mangeshkar and composed by Rahul Dev Burman and written by Anand Bakshi.

7. Chal Chal Ri Chal Meri Ram Piyari – Akayla (1991)

This song shows the love and bonding between a man and a car. The character played by Amitabh Bachchan is in love with his old classic vintage car and just cant let it go and is in awe of it. Chal Chal Ri Chal Meri Ram Piyari is a hindi song from the 1991 movie Akayla. Sung by Sudesh Bhonsle, the song is composed is Laxmikant Pyarelal and written by Anand Bakshi.

8. Aye Mere Pyare Watan – Kabuliwala (1961)

Aye Mere Pyare Watan is a hindi song from the 1961 movie Kabuliwala. The song is sung by Manna Dey and is composed by Salil Chowdhury and written by Prem Dhawan. The song features Balraj Sahni, who is in love with his motherland and is desperate to get back.

9. Chahunga Main Tujhe Sanjh Saware – Dosti (1964)

Chahunga Main Tujhe Sanjh Saware is a hindi song from the 1964 movie Dosti. The song has attained cult status and is most popular song ever made on friendship. The song tells the tale of eternal bond of friendship.The video features Sudhir Kumar & Sushil Kumar. The song is sung by Mohammed Rafi. The music is composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal. The song is written by Majrooh Sultanpuri.

We have tried to include a lot of songs from our end but it was difficult to compile a collection on this theme. Please comment your favorite ones from this category.