8 S.D. Burman songs that set the mood for every emotion

Subhadrika Sen

Chhod Do Aanchal: From the 1957 movie, Paying Guest, this Kishore Kumar- Asha Bhosle duet is a playful exchange of words between a couple.

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Jaane Who Kaise Log The: A solo by Hemant Kumar from the 1957 movie Pyaasa, this song is a reflection of a disappointed lover.

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Haal Kaisa Hai Janab Ka: Sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle, the situational song steps in to describe the comic-flirting between the lead duo of the 1958 film Chalti Ka Naam Gadi.

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Dil Ka Bhanwar Kare Pukar: This romantic melody by Mohammed Rafi from the 1963 movie Tere Ghar Ke Saamne has a memorable and playful tune depicting the first pangs of love.

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Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai: Sung by Lata Mangeshkar from Guide (1965), this song speaks of liberation, freedom, rediscovery and starting life anew.

Hothon Pe Aisi Baat: A peppy dance number by Lata Mangeshkar, Bhupinder Singh and chorus from Jewel Thief (1967) describes the shyness one feels while trying to accept that they are in love.

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Roop Tera Mastana: One of the most memorable compositions by S.D Burman, this sensuous and cool song from Aradhana (1969) is sung by Kishore Kumar.   

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Tere Mere Milan Ki Yeh Raina: Picturised on Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan and sung by Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar this 1973 classic from Abhimaan still remains one of the most popular love anthems to hum.

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