What better occasion but the independence day then penning up a few words under this beautiful topic. The other day, my son told me that to pen 10 sentences on Independence day as he would like to read it out in his class. This gave me a feeler to write a review.
15th August, the magical date and 1947 the magical year, India gained its legal freedom from the British Rule. The arduous struggle of freedom and the sacrifices of our freedom fighters are remembered on this day.
With the patriotic songs, the pain and the struggle that they have encountered towards their journey of freedom can be felt deeply. Every Indian has a reason to be proud of his motherland and the great leaders who have led their lives and laid their lives for India. The list is endless. I consider this ocassion the most appropriate to pay a tribute to these great souls who have attributed this greatest gift of freedom to us. So here's saluting them.
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*Kar Chale Hum Fida Jaano Tan Sathiyo.
Ab Tumhare Hawaale Vatan Sathiyo.*
From the Film'Haqeeqat', penned by the great Kaifi Azmi, composed by Madan Mohan and sung by none other than Mohammed Rafi.
This song depicts the pain that lies behind the smiles of our brave men. The message to the fellow countrymen to take care of the motherland when they are gone is conveyed so easily and effectively that seldom any person hearing this beautiful creation can remain unaffected. A fabulous piece of work.
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*Jaha Jaha Dal Dal Par Sone Ki Chidiya Karti Ho Basera
Woh Bharat Desh hain Mera *
From the film'Sikander-E-Azam', written by Rajinder Krishan, Music by Hansraj Bahal, and beautifully sung by Mohammed Rafi.
Aptly describes the Rich India. A beautifully worded song which gives ample satisfaction to an Indian to be proud of its rich heritage, tradition and prosperity. Soothes your inner soul and reduces the feeling of the pain of our brave soldiers. Truly a Masterpiece.
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* Hai Preet Jaha ki Reet Sada, Mein Geet Waha Ke gata hoon.
Bharat ka rahenewala hoon, Bharat ki Baat Sunata Hoon*
From the film'Purab aur Paschim', penned by Indeevar, composed by Kalyanji Anandji, and sung by Mahendra Kapoor.
This song tells you the importance of love and relationships in India. It conveys the message of love and brotherhood. An Indian away from his motherland would better relate to this song. The feeling of being surrounded by your loved ones and the joy of being with them has been well said in this soft yet beautiful song.
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* Hothon pe Sachai rehti hain, jaha dil mein safai rehti hain,
Hum us Desh ke Vaasi hain, jis desh mein ganga behti hain.*
From the film'Jis Desh mein Ganga Behti Hain', penned by Shailendra, composed by the legendery Shanker Jaikishan and sung by the great Mukesh.
This one was a classic piece of work. Truth on the lips and love in the heart is what you identify an Indian with. We are belong to a country which has the sacred Ganges flowing within her. Such pure words and soulful music purifies you and makes you feel great as an Indian.
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Mere Desh ki Dharti Sona Ugle, Ugle Heere Moti, Mere Desh ki Dharti.
From the film'Upkar', Written by Indeevar, music by Kalyanji Anandji and sung by Mahendra Kapoor.
A Happy farmer sings gleefully on seeing the rich crops that his land has reaped. He compares his fruit of labour to invaluable pearls and diamonds. Such is the simplicity of an Indian. Very true to heart and satisfied with whatever he has gained. The simplicity and innocence has been very well emoted in this song.
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*Aao Bacho Tumhe Dikhaaye Jhaanki Hindustan ki
Is mitthi se tilak karo yeh dharti hain Balidaan ki.*
From the film'Jagriti', penned and sung by Pradeep and music by hemant kumar.
This song is a gateway for the kinds into our glorious historic past. It says to bow your head to the land as it is the land of sacrifices. Beautifully composed and takes you into its stride.
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*Aae Mere Watan Ke Logo, Zara Aankh Mein Bhar Lo Paani.
Jo Shahid Hue hain Unki Zara Yaad Karo Qurbani.*
Sung by Lata Mangeshkar, penned by Pradeep and composed by Chitalkar Ramchandra.
I bet not one of us could have forced our tears back while this song is sung. Such powerful impact it leaves on the listener. It surely makes your heart heavy and makes you bow your head a hundred times to these great leaders. It is the result of their sacrifices and efforts that we dwell in Free India.
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*'Har Karam Apna Karenge, Ae Watan Tere Liye.
Dil Diya hain.Jaan Bhi denge.Ae Watan Tere Liye.*
From the film'Karma', Sung by Kavita Krishnamoorthy.and Mohammed Aziz.
“We will do everything that we can do for you O Motherland.The heart is already yours and our life is also yours O motherland.” The sense of dedication and the courage to do everything for thy motherland come what may oozes out of this song casting a magical spell on the listener. Awesome lyrics with right ingredients of a patriotic song.
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Ek Sathi Aur Bhi Tha.
Saathi Mubarak Tumhe, Yeh Jashn aur yeh Jahan…Bas Itna Yaad Rahe.
From the film LOC, sung by Sonu Nigam,
It makes you aware of the dark remains of a war which results in innumerable sacrifices of our soldiers. This song serves you with the message of a dying soldier who wants his companion to remember him while he enjoys the celebrations amongst his loved ones. The pain and above all the happiness of having gone for a reason makes this soulful song more emotional. Great piece of music and beautifully rendered by Sonu Nigam. Touches your heart deep within.
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Baar Baar Haan.Bolo Yaar Haan. Apni Jeet Ho.Unki Haar Haan.
From the Film “Lagaan”, sung by Udit Narayan and others.
This song targets the ones who have lost hope. A doze of this song can be inspiring. It says that one to win under any circumstances. It instigates the positive attitude and the killer instinct to work towards the goals. It keeps one going through the long journeys of struggle. Keep going is the Mantra here and it works anywhere. under the sun.
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Many more soulful patriotic songs have been sung and many would be made in future. These songs are the ones which makes us aware of the work that our great freedom fighters have done for us to live a free life. The sense of being free and the right to lead a free life is a gift of these great leaders whom we occasionally see on the pages of our history books.
The greatest tribute that we can pay them is to preserve this gift of independence by working in the right direction for years and centuries to come…
