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What 70 Bollywood Songs Teach Us About Life
We’re excited to share that the LifeInTrinidad.org website now has web pages for 70 well-known and beloved Bollywood songs. When we looked at the songs more closely, we realized they’re not just catchy tunes or emotional ballads, they actually reflect the major themes of life that we all go through!
As we get ready to launch the Bollywood and Beyond section of the LifeInTrinidad.org website, we’re excited to share that we’ve created web pages for 70 well-known and beloved Bollywood songs!
But here’s the cool part: when we looked at these songs more closely, we realized they’re not just catchy tunes or emotional ballads, they actually reflect the major themes of life that we all go through. Here’s how they break down:
Pie Chart of Song Breakdown
Love – 28 songs
Love is the most common theme, and that’s no surprise. Whether it’s your first crush, a deep relationship, or the butterflies of a new romance, love is something everyone experiences. It’s exciting, confusing, and powerful, and Bollywood captures it perfectly.
Among the many beautiful songs about love, Janam Janam by Arijit Singh and Antara Mitra from the 2015 movie Dilwale is an anthem that dwells on the timeless nature of love with lines like, “Be mine, forever, never say goodbye.”
Music Video of Janam Janam from Dilwale (2015)
Hindi-English Lyrics
| Arijit Singh Janam janam janam saath chalna yunhi Qasam tumhe qasam aake milna yahin Ek jaan hai bhale do badan hon juda Meri hoke humesha hi rehna Kabhi na kehna alvida | Arijit Singh Forever, forever, forever, walk by my side Promise me that you will come and meet me right here We are two bodies, but our hearts beat as one Be mine, forever Never say goodbye |
| Meri subha ho tumhi aur tumhi shaam ho Tum dard ho tum hi aaram ho Meri duaaon se aati hai bas yeh sadaa Meri hoke humesha hi rehna Kabhi na kehna alvida | You are my morning and you are my evening My heart aches for you and only you can allay the pain I have only one wish Be mine, forever Never say goodbye |
| Aa ha ha … aa ha ha … aa o o o | Aa ha ha … aa ha ha … aa o o o |
| Meri hoke humesha hi rehna Kabhi na kehna alvida… | Be mine, forever Never say goodbye…. |
| Antara Mitra Teri baahon mein hai mere dono jahan Tu rahe jidhar meri jannat wahin Jal rahi agan hai jo yeh do tarfa Na bujhe kabhi meri mannat yahi Tu meri aarzoo, main teri aashiqui Tu meri shayari, main teri mausiqui | Antara Mitra Both my worlds are there in the embrace of your arms Wherever you are, my heaven is right there This fire that is burning on both sides I pray that it will never get extinguished You are my desire, I am your love You are the words of my poems, I am your music |
| Arijit Singh Talab talab talab bas teri hai mujhe Nason mein tu nasha banke ghulna yunhi Meri mohabbat ka karna tu haq ye ada Meri hoke humesha hi rehna Kabhi na kehna alvida… | Arijit Singh The desire that is in me is only for you Keep flowing in my veins like an intoxication Fulfil the desire of my love Be mine, forever Never say goodbye…. |
| Meri subah ho tumhi aur tumhi shaam ho Tum dard ho, tum hi aaram ho Meri duaaon se aati hai bas yeh sadaa Meri hoke humesha hi rehna Kabhi na kehna alvida… | You are my morning and you are my evening My heart aches for you and only you can allay the pain I have only one wish Be mine, forever Never say goodbye |
| Aa aa aa … alvida … o o o Na na na … hey hey hey Na na na … na na na | Aa aa aa … goodbye … o o o Na na na … hey hey hey Na na na … na na na |
Longing – 15 songs
Longing is about missing someone or something. Maybe it’s a person who’s far away, a dream you’re chasing, or a time in your life you wish you could return to. These songs remind us that it’s okay to feel incomplete sometimes, that it’s part of being human.
In the 1967 movie Taqdeer, a father has gone far away seeking employment, and his family longs for his return. The song Saat Samundar Paar Se expresses their longing, and the children declare that while toys would be nice, what truly matters is having him back home.
Music Video of Saat Samundar Paar Se from Taqdeer (1967)
Hindi-English Lyrics
| Lata Mangeshkar with Sulakshana Pandit, Meena Petki, and Ila Desai | Lata Mangeshkar with Sulakshana Pandit, Meena Petki, and Ila Desai |
| saat samundar paar se gudiyo ke bazaar se saat samundar paar se gudiyo ke bazaar se achhi si gudiya laana gudiya chaahe na lana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana | From a doll store across the seven seas, From a doll store across the seven seas, Please bring us back a doll. Whether you bring a doll or not, Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! |
| saat samundar paar se gudiyo ke bazaar se achhi si gudiya laana gudiya chaahe na lana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana | From a doll store across the seven seas, Please bring us back a doll. Whether you bring a doll or not, Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! |
| La la la La la la la la la | La la la La la la la la la |
| tum pardes gaye jab se bas ye haal huwa tab se dil divana lagata hai ghar virana lagata hai jhilmil chand sitaaro ne darwajo divaro ne sabne puchha hai ham se kab jee chhutega gam se kab jee chhutega gam se kab hoga unka aana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana | Ever since you went abroad, our lives have not been the same. My heart has gone mad, as this house feels desolate without you. The shining moon and stars, these doors and walls, They have all asked me, “When will your heart be liberated from sorrow? When will your heart be liberated from sorrow? When is the date of his return?” Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! |
| ma bhi lori nahi gaati hamko nind nahi aati khel khilaune tut gaye sangi saathi chhut gaye jeb hamaari khaali hai aur aati diwali hai ham sabko na tadpaao apne ghar wapas aao apne ghar wapas aao aur kabhee phir na jaana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana | Since Mom does not sing lullabies anymore, we have trouble falling asleep. Our toys are broken, and our companions have left us Our pockets are empty, and Diwali is coming Please do not torment us any longer. Once you return home, Once you return home, Never leave us again. Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! |
| khat na samjho taar hai ye kagaj nahee hai pyar hai ye duri aur itni duri aisi bhi kya majburi tum koi nadan nahi tum isse anjan nahi is jivan ke sapne ho ek tumhee to apne ho ek tumhee to apne ho sara jag hai begana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana | Consider this a telegram, not a letter. It is made of love, not paper. There is so much distance between us. Why do you have to be so far? You are not naive, nor are you unaware that You are my dream in this life. I consider only you to be mine. I consider only you to be mine. I am estranged from the rest of the world. Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! |
| saat samundar paar se gudiyo ke bazaar se achhi si gudiya laana gudiya chaahe na lana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana pappa jaldi aa jana | From a doll store across the seven seas, Please bring us back a doll. Whether you bring a doll or not, Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! Please come home soon, Papa! |
Heartbreak – 10 songs
Life isn’t always smooth. Heartbreak teaches us about pain, loss, and how to heal. These songs help us cry it out, understand our feelings, and eventually move on stronger than before.
In the song Tere Bina Zindagi Se from the 1975 movie Aandhi, the protagonists silently share their heartbreak and sorrow with each other. Separated by marital issues and political ambitions, the protagonists reunite years later, still in love but filled with regret. The line “But a life without you is hardly a life” captures their sorrow.
Music Video of Tere Bina Zindagi Se from Aandhi (1975)
Hindi-English Lyrics
| Lata Mangeshkar | Lata Mangeshkar |
| tere bina zindagi se koi, shikwa, to nahin shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin tere bina zindagi bhi lekin, zindagi, to nahin zindagi nahin, zindagi nahin, zindagi nahin tere bina zindagi se shikwa, to nahin | I have no complaints against a life without you No complaints, no complaints, no complaints But a life without you is hardly a life Hardly a life, hardly a life, hardly a life Life without you is hardly a life |
| kaash aisa ho, tere kadmon se chun ke manzil chale, aur kahin, door kahin kaash aisa ho, tere kadmon se chun ke manzil chale, aur kahin, door kahin tum agar saath ho, manzilon ki kami to nahin | I wish that, from your footsteps We could pick our destinations afresh and go somewhere else, far far away I wish that, from your footsteps We could pick our destinations afresh and go somewhere else, far far away When you walk along with me, there’s no shortage of destinations to go |
| tere bina zindagi se koi, shikwa, to nahin shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin | I have no complaints against a life without you No complaints, no complaints, no complaints |
| [Dialogue] | [Dialogue] |
| jee mein aata hai, tere daaman mein sar chhupa ke hum, rote rahein, rote rahein jee mein aata hai, tere daaman* mein sar chhupa ke hum, rote rahein, rote rahein teri bhi aankhon mein, aansuon ki, nami to nahin | I yearn to seek refuge in your bosom To hide my face as I continue to weep I yearn to seek refuge in your bosom To hide my face as I continue to weep Aren’t those tears too that I detect in your misty eyes? |
| Kishore Kumar | Kishore Kumar |
| tere bina zindagi se koi, shikwa, to nahin shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin tere bina zindagi bhi lekin, zindagi, to nahin zindagi nahin, zindagi nahin, zindagi nahin | I have no complaints against a life without you No complaints, no complaints, no complaints But a life without you is hardly a life Hardly a life, hardly a life, hardly a life |
| tum jo keh do to, aaj ki raat, chand doobega nahin raat ko, rok lo tum jo keh do to, aaj ki raat, chand doobega nahin raat ko, rok lo raat ki baat hai, aur zindagi, baaki to nahin | If you say so tonight, even the moon will not set Say it, let the night not end If you say so tonight, even the moon will not set Say it, let the night not end We only have tonight and there isn’t much left in life |
| tere bina zindagi se koi, shikwa, to nahin shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin, shikwa nahin tere bina zindagi bhi lekin, zindagi, to nahin zindagi nahin, zindagi nahin, zindagi nahin tere bina zindagi se shikwa, to nahin | I have no complaints against a life without you No complaints, no complaints, no complaints But a life without you is hardly a life Hardly a life, hardly a life, hardly a life Life without you is hardly a life |
Devotion – 9 songs
Devotion isn’t just about religion, it’s about deep dedication. It could be to a person, a cause, or a belief. These songs show us the beauty of loyalty, faith, and commitment, which are all important parts of maturing and finding purpose in life.
The song O Paalanhaare from the 2001 movie Lagaan is a devotional piece where in a moment of collective prayer, the villagers of Champaner cry out to God for victory in a cricket match that could free them from taxes for three years. The line “Ease our troubles, Lord” reflects their heartfelt plea.
Music Video of O Paalanhaare from Lagaan (2001)
Hindi-English Lyrics
| Lata Mangeshkar / Sadhana Sargam | Lata Mangeshkar / Sadhana Sargam |
| O paalanhaare, nirgun aur nyaare | Oh loving God, you are the greatest |
| O paalanhaare, nirgun aur nyaare Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin Hamri uljhan suljhaao bhagwan Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin Tumhe hamka ho sambhaale Tumhe hamre rakhwaale Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | Oh loving God, you are the greatest We have no one but you Ease our troubles, Lord We have no one but you You are the only one who takes care of us You are our protector We have no one but you |
| Chorus | Chorus |
| Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | We have no one but you |
| Lata Mangeshkar / Sadhana Sargam | Lata Mangeshkar / Sadhana Sargam |
| Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | We have no one but you |
| Chanda mein tumhe to bhare ho chaandni Sooraj mein ujaala tumhe se Yeh gagan hai magan Tumhe to diye ho yeh sitaare Bhagwan yeh jeevan Tumhe na sanwaaroge to kya koi sanwaare | You are the one who fills the moon with light The sun shines only because of you The sky is happy You have filled it with these stars. Oh God, this life If you don’t preserve it, then who else will? |
| Chorus | Chorus |
| O paalanhaare, nirgun aur nyaare Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | Oh loving God, you are the greatest We have no one but you We have no one but you |
| Udit Narayan | Udit Narayan |
| Jo suno to kahe Prabhuji hamri hai binti Dukhi jan ko dheeraj do Haare nahin woh kabhi dukh se Tum nirbal ko raksha do Reh paaye nirbal sukh se Bhakti ko shakti do | If you would hear us, Oh, Lord, we make this plea Grant courage to those who are suffering, May hardship never defeat them Give protection to the weak, So that they may live happily Give strength to your devotees |
| Chorus | Chorus |
| Bhakti ko shakti do | Give strength to your devotees |
| Udit Narayan | Udit Narayan |
| Jag ke jo swami ho Itni to araj suno Hai path mein andhiyaare Dedo vardaan mein ujiyaare | You are the Lord of the universe Listen to this plea When the path is dark Give us light as your blessing |
| All | All |
| O paalanhaare, nirgun aur nyaare Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin Hamri uljhan suljhaao bhagwan Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | Oh loving God, you are the greatest We have no one but you Ease our troubles, Lord We have no one but you |
| O paalanhaare, nirgun aur nyaare Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin Hamri uljhan suljhaao bhagwan Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | Oh loving God, you are the greatest We have no one but you Ease our troubles, Lord We have no one but you |
| O paalanhaare, nirgun aur nyaare Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin Hamri uljhan suljhaao bhagwan Tumre bin hamra kaunon naahin | Oh loving God, you are the greatest We have no one but you Ease our troubles, Lord We have no one but you |
Celebration – 8 songs
And of course, life has its joyful moments! Whether it’s a wedding, a festival, or just dancing with friends, celebration is about living in the moment. These songs remind us to enjoy life, no matter what else is going on.
The song Geet Gaata Chal O Saathi from the 1975 movie Geet Gaata Chal celebrates harmony with nature and the joy of living. With lines like “Keep on singing and humming, my friend … Let every moment pass happily,” it’s a reminder to embrace life’s beauty.
Music Video of Geet Gaata Chal O Saathi from Geet Gaata Chal (1975)
Hindi-English Lyrics
| Jaspal Singh geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal o bandhu re ae ae ae ae hanste hansaate beete har ghadi har pal | Jaspal Singh Keep on singing and humming, my friend. Keep on singing and humming, my friend. O friend … … Let every moment pass happily. |
| Backup geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal | Backup Keep on singing and humming, my friend |
| Jaspal Singh O saathi | Jaspal Singh O my friend … |
| Backup geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal | Backup Keep on singing and humming, my friend |
| Jaspal Singh khulaa khulaa gagan ye hari bhari dharti jitna bhi dekho tabiyat nahin bharti | Jaspal Singh The open sky, these lush green fields No matter how many times you look, you will never be filled |
| Backup O o o o | Backup O o o o |
| Jaspal Singh Ho o o sundar se sundar har ik rachana phul kahe kaanton mein bhi seekho hansana | Jaspal Singh Ho o o Every creation is so wonderful The flowers with thorns tell us to be cheerful even in hardship |
| Backup O saathi seekho hansana | Backup O my friend, learn to laugh |
| Jaspal Singh o raahi re ae ae ae | Jaspal Singh O traveler, learn to laugh! |
| Backup aa aa aa | Backup aa aa aa |
| Jaspal Singh kumhala na jaae kahin man tera komal | Jaspal Singh May your delicate heart not wither! |
| Backup geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal | Backup Keep on singing and humming, my friend |
| Jaspal Singh O o saathi | Jaspal Singh O my friend |
| Backup geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal | Backup Keep on singing and humming, my friend |
| Hai ho Hai ho Haiya ho ho | Hai ho Hai ho Haiya ho ho |
| Jaspal Singh O ho ho | Jaspal Singh O ho ho |
| Backup O ho ho | Backup O ho ho |
| Jaspal Singh O o o o o o o | Jaspal Singh O o o o o o o |
| chandi sa chamakata ye nadiya ka pani re pani ki har ik bud deti zindagani | The water in the river shines like silver Every drop of water gives us life |
| Backup O o o o | Backup O o o o |
| Jaspal Singh Ho o o o o | Jaspal Singh Ho o o o o |
| ambar se barase zamin se miley ae nir ke bina to bhaiya kaam na chale | It drops from the sky and unites with the land. O brother, without water, nothing is possible |
| Backup o bhaiya kaam naa chale | Backup O brother, nothing is possible |
| Jaspal Singh o megha re ae | Jaspal Singh O clouds … |
| Backup aa aaa aa | Backup aa aaa aa |
| Jaspal Singh ae ae | Jaspal Singh ae ae |
| jal jo na hota to ye jag jaataa jal | … If there was no water, the earth would dry up |
| Backup geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata | Backup Keep on singing and humming, my friend |
| Jaspal Singh Chal re chal | Jaspal Singh Come on, come on |
| Backup geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal geet gaata chal o saathi gungunata chal | Backup Keep on singing and humming, my friend Keep on singing and humming, my friend Keep on singing and humming, my friend |
So, What’s the Big Picture?
These five themes of love, longing, heartbreak, devotion, and celebration are more than just song topics. They’re the emotional building blocks of life. That’s why Bollywood songs feel so real and relatable: they sing about what we all go through.
So, the next time you listen to a song, think about which theme it fits into. You might just learn something about yourself.
Permanand Mohan
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