Dev Anand, the legendary actor and one of the most enduring icons of Indian cinema, not only mesmerized audiences with his charismatic performances but also left an indelible mark on the music industry. Known for his impeccable style and charming persona, Dev Anand featured in numerous classic Bollywood movies, many of which boasted unforgettable songs. In this blog, we’ll take a nostalgic journey through some of the best songs from Dev Anand’s illustrious career, delving into their descriptions and featuring memorable lyrics. But in some later post I will share dev anand best songs list a playlist which will contain best songs of dev anand. But for now lets continue for this post:
Shokhiyon Mein Ghola Jaye – Prem Pujari (1970)
Lyricist: Neeraj , Music: S.D. Burman , Singer: Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar
This romantic duet is a masterpiece that beautifully captures the essence of young love. Dev Anand’s chemistry with Waheeda Rehman is electric, and the song is a delightful celebration of their on-screen romance. You can see the lyrics of this song here.
Pal Bhar Ke Liye – Movie: Johny Mera Naam (1970)
Lyricist: Anand Bakshi Music: R.D. Burman Singer: Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar
A sweet and melodious tune, this song is pictured on Dev Anand is based on a man looking for his love even if he found it for one moment. Hema Malini is on the opposite to Dev Anand and both of their chemistry mnakes this song a rememberable one. The lyrics starts with “Pal bhar ke liye koi hume pyaar kar le, jhoota hi sahi“. But we you read he complete lyrics at this link and sing along with the song.
Yeh Dil Na Hota Bechara – Movie: Jewel Thief (1967)
Lyricist: Shailendra Music: S.D. Burman Singer: Kishore Kumar
This song exudes charm and mystery, perfectly complementing the plot of the film. Kishore Kumar’s rendition adds depth to the emotions portrayed by Dev Anand. The song convey a message like if a boy has had a good and enjoyful life if he had a good companion of a girl. He would even have not done mischieves. Anywasy look for the complete lyrics here.
Phoolon Ke Rang Se – Movie: Prem Pujari (1970)
Lyricist: Neeraj Music: S.D. Burman Singer: Kishore Kumar
This soulful song reflects on the different colors of life and love. Kishore Kumar’s velvety voice adds a touch of magic to the lyrics, making it a classic Dev Anand hit. The lyrics of the song starts with Phoolon Ke Rang Se Dil Ki Kalam Se Likhi Tujhe Roz Pati basically shows the affection of Dev Anand for his opposite actress that he truly loves her and remembers him all the time.
Khoya Khoya Chand – Movie: Kala Bazar (1960)
Lyricist: Shailendra Music: S.D. Burman Singer: Mohammed Rafi
The song is a heartfelt expression of love and longing, beautifully sung by the iconic playback singer Mohammed Rafi. It captures the essence of a romantic rendezvous under the moonlit sky, where the lovers find solace and enchantment in each other’s company. The music, with its soothing melody and orchestration, perfectly complements the dreamy and romantic mood of the song.
Aasma Ke Niche – Movie: Jewel Thief (1967)
Lyricist: Shailendra Music: S.D. Burman Singer: Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar
Another song from a cult classic movie of Jewel Thief, the song’s lyrics beautifully evoke the feeling of being under the vast expanse of the sky, creating an atmosphere of love and longing. With S.D. Burman’s soulful composition and Lata Mangeshkar’s velvety voice, “Aasma Ke Niche” remains a timeless gem in the world of Hindi cinema music, continuing to capture hearts even today.
Tasveer Teri Dil Mein – Movie: Maya (1961)
Lyricist: Sahir Ludhianvi Music: Salil Chowdhury Singer: Mohammad Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar
Directed by the great musician Salil Chowdhury and sung by Mohammad Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar the songs is just a melody for the ears. The lyrics are just awesome and shows the changes in the heart and life of two lovers once they fell in love with the one. Part of the lyrics “Mathe Ki Bindiya Tu Hai Sanam, Naino Ka Kajra Piya Tera Gam” just metls the heart. Have a try on it and I am sure you will love this. Dev Anand’s filmography is a treasure trove of timeless melodies that continue to resonate with music lovers even today. These songs are not just a testament to his acting prowess but also showcase his ability to bring stories and emotions to life through music. Whether it’s the romance, the nostalgia, or the sheer magic of these songs, Dev Anand’s musical legacy lives on, and these songs remain evergreen in the hearts of fans.
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