Asha Bhosle's Best Indie Pop Songs On Her 90th Birthday

Celebrate the musical magic of Asha Bhosle as she turns 90 with a showcase of her iconic indie pop hits.

Published On Aug 31, 2023 | Updated On Mar 07, 2024

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Asha Bhosle is one of the first female singers in the Indian music industry. The veteran singer, one of the first singing superstars of India, enjoys massive popularity. Asha Bhosle is truly the definition of an evergreen voice, for she effortlessly provides playback to actresses later in her career too, as amazingly as she did back when she began her singing journey. Such is her calibre that she has retained the lively energy of her voice all through her decades-spanning career, not letting age affect her vocals at all. Singing all her songs with soulful melodies, Asha Bhosle has delivered hit after hit throughout her career.

As Asha Bhosle's birthday approaches (8th September 2023), let's celebrate her amazing journey in music. She's a top female singer known for her evergreen songs that still charm us today. From Bollywood hits to indie-pop tunes, her cheerful voice shines in every genre, making her a true singing sensation. Her music legacy is a gift that will keep inspiring us for years to come.

Here are Asha Bhosle’s best-known indie-pop songs

'Kabhi To Nazar Milao' is a duet sung by Adnan Sami and Asha Bhosle. The soulful tones and heart-wrenching lyrics of the songs have been granted a life of their own by the perfect pairing of the voices of these two singing maestros. Asha Bhosle’s soulful voice sounds exquisite when paired with Adnan Sami’s richer and deeper voice creating a classic number.

Asha Bhosle proves her proficiency in her art fabulously with this indie-pop song. The singer perfectly moulds her voice to the peppy mood of the song, creating a world where her voice stirs the vibe of the room, each time you listen to the song. 

This song was a duet by Asha Bhosle and the Australian cricketer Brett Lee during the 2006 ICC Champions Trophy in India. Lee wrote the lyrics in just 30 minutes during his practice sessions at the Champions Trophy. The song's narrative revolves around a Westerner, portrayed by Brett Lee in the video, attempting to win the heart of a young Indian woman. Asha Bhosle assumes the role of his advisor, coaching him in Hindi to impress the girl. The song's bilingual performance by Lee, both in English and Hindi, adds to its charm. Reflecting a distinct Bollywood essence, 'You're The One for Me' stands out in its musical style and video arrangement.

Foraying further into the indie-pop genre, Asha Bhosle further explores the fusion aspect of this genre. Delivering a beautifully balanced performance that highlights the best of both, the Indian and the Western world music world, no one does it like Asha Bhosle as she sings in her melodious voice and makes us groove to her tunes every single time.

'Aapke Dil Mein', a delightful collaboration between Sanjay Dutt and Asha Bhosle, is a charming song that portrays two lovers playfully flirting. The song's tender and affectionate vibe will surely bring smiles to listeners and make them connect with its emotions.


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