Bling, Beat and Bappi Lahiri, Remembering The Legendary Composer

Amidst the times of 70s love songs and classic poetry, Bollywood’s music scene changed dramatically when a flamboyant composer walked into the industry. Five decades of composing, singing and directing timeless music, Bappi Lahiri’s tunes are part of groovy party playlists even today. From weddings, cocktail parties to DJ nights, his music has brought in the shiny disco ball to countless events. He truly inspired the young days of many with his sexy, ahead-of-its-time music.



To celebrate the distinctive works of Bappi da, here is a list of his most romantic and fun-filled tunes to add to your wedding playlists:

1. Yaar Bina Chen Kaha Re
Just as this song played on the radio in the memory of Bappi da today, the subtle nod to friendship and love in it are a brilliant mix.



2. Koi Yaha Aha Nache Nache
Fashion, beats, moves and what not! This 1982 song is still a hit with many 80s’ and 90s’ kids. The song is not only played on the radio but also is endlessly used for school dance performances.



3. Gori Hai Kalaiyan
This song featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Prada told a conservative story of love in the most memorable way possible.



4. Jimmy Jimmy
Many of us have sang the echo of, ‘Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy… Aaja, aaja, aaja’ at parties while taking over the dance floor. This sing-along tune will get you busting some moves too.





5. Disco Dancer
The rock and roll Disco Dancer remains a timeless favourite of many. It gave us the memorable moments of Mithun Charraborty’s smoulder and groove.



6. Tamma Tamma
Tamma Tamma was the perfect way to start off a new decade as it redefined Bollywood songs with fresh moves and eccentric music. It is one known to get even people with two left feet dancing.



7. Jawani Janeman
Parvin Babi’s sultry moves were done right by this disco tune. It truly reinstated the meaning of being young in the 80s.



8. Ooh La La
The controversial script of ‘The Dirty Picture’ with the naughty notes of ‘Ooh La La’ is one to remember. This song reminds us of Bappi Lahiri’s evergreen love for bangers.