The A R Rahman songs that changed the nation!

- Divay Agarwal

A R Rahman connect with patriotism go a long way back into the 90’s and he’s been inspiring the nation since then. Today, on the occasion of celebrating India’s 69^th Independence Day, we take a look at some of the best nationalistic songs by the maestro!

MaaTujhe Salaam

A R Rahman made the whole nation chant VandeMataram with his exceptional version of the national song called MaaTujhe Salaam. He introduced it in 1997 and since then, it has been the most popular song on freedom.

Ye Jo Des Hai Tera - Swades

This song brought action into the thoughts of many individuals as it calls the listeners for the duty of their motherland. Till date, many IAS,IPS enthusiasts listen to it for inspiration!

Rang De Basanti&KhoonChala - Rang De Basanti

It’s one of the finest music albums you’ve ever listen to. On one hand, the title track by DalerMehendi being highly energetic celebrates the youthfulness and culture of the country and on the other the provoking KhoonChala gives you goosebumps.

Mere Rangde, Des Mere De Mere &Sarfaroshi Ki Tamanna -The Legend of0
Bhagat Singh

These three songs from the film just give you the feeling of one’s love for their country. It makes you empathize freedom fighters like Bhagat Singh and fills in you the utmost pride for your nation.

Bharat HumkoJaan Se Pyaara Hai – Roja

Very soulfully, it romanticizes the country of India about how it touches the hearts of many, what value it holds in the world and how lucky is one to sacrifice his life for it.

DhakkaLagaBukka–Yuva

This song from Yuva about youth politics and how the nation needs fresh and ignited minds to step up and change the system provoked many youngsters.

Aazaadi,KadamKadam&EklaChalo Re – Netaji Subash Chandra Bose- The Forgotten Hero

A biographical film which talks about the life of the great freedom fighter Subash Chandra Bose and it’s music celebrates his spirit and shares it to the listeners.

ChaleChalo – Lagaan

ChaleChalo is another song that inspires one to achieve his goal no matter what problems arises. One has to keep going forward and forward.