Rare Expression Songs by Rafi Saab
This article is written by Mr. Abhishek Taparia
Since the time songs have been introduced in hindi movies we have come across through many genres of expressions like - romatic,fun-filled, sad, emotional, alcoholic, patriotic, devotional, emotional, but there are a few songs which would not fit into any genre which are rare expressions songs and most of them are sung by the maestro himself. I would like the list down the following songs which do not belong to any genre:-
1) Tumne Mujhe Dekha (Teesri Manzil)
This is a song which expresses gratitude. This is one of most uniquest song because of its theme. Rafisaab pitches in with the right expressions and you feel the sincerity of the song. Any other singer could have easily turned this one into a sad song but Raifsaab stays within the boundary and we have a winner here. The other song which could be put into the same genre is - Ehsaan Mere Dil Pe Tumhara Hain Dosto (Gaban)
2) Ek Banjara Gaye (Jeene Ki Raah)
This song does not fall into any specific category. The theme of this song is to instill positive attitude in people about life and how well its expressed by Rafisaab. Again a very difficult expression as it is not a fun song. Other song in this category would be - Bura Mat Suno (Aaya Sawaan Jhoom Ke)
3) Kya Miliye Aise Logon Se (Izzat)
Another song which would not fall into any specific genre. Not exactly a patriotic song. The theme is to announce the corrupt ways of the politicians and rich people. Other song of this category would be - Koi Sone Ke Dilwala (Maya)
4)Hoke Majboor (Haqeeqat)
This song was sung by Bhupiner, Manna Dey and Talat Mahmood along with Rafisaab and is a track which could not be categorized. Neither a sad song nor a romantic song. The theme here is the love of army men for their families. A great song with superb expressions by Rafisaab.
5) Dil Ki Kali (Inkaar)
This song is another great song which can not be categorized as the main theme here is of wishing good luck to a family. Not a fun song so the expressions have to be right on the spot and Rafisaab wins again.
6) Man Re Tu Kahe Na Dheer Dhare (Chitralekha)
Is a great great song. The calmness this song exudes is just inexclipable. The theme of this song is to be calm in life and avoid rash ways. Everything is just great about this song. The lyrics, the music, the singing and of course the expressions. Not a sad song neither a devotional one.
7) Sun Le Tu Dil Ki Sadaa (Tere Ghar ke Saamne)
Another great song. The theme here is hero is calling his beloved. The way Rafisaab has expressed is just too good. The way he moves up and down on sadaaa has to be heard to be believed.
Woh Khushi Milli (Mere Huzoor)
One of the toughest songs expression wise. Not a sad song not a sentimental song either this is really a very different song. Once again Rafisaab excels.
9) Main Zindagi Ka Saath Nibhata (Hum Dono)
One of the best Dev Anand songs of all time. The theme is to live life as it comes. Expressions are matchless. A truly wonderful song.
I am sorry if I have missed on some songs and would urge people to include the songs, in their comments, which they consider to be different from the basic genres.





July 22nd, 2008 at 7:51 am
i am having a large collection of Rafi sabs songs.i am interested to have cassetes.please contact.i am eagerly waiting.
May 18th, 2008 at 7:50 am
Mr.zaka has a collection of 4000 rafi songs in cassettes - all in good condition. for personal reasons, he now wants to sell these to a group of rafi saaheb lovers.
if someone is interested, please write to me at :
binus2000@hotmail.com and/or call : 09833 250 701 at mumbai.
binu nair. rafi foundation.
May 18th, 2008 at 2:57 am
Dear Jagdish Bhagchandani Sahab,
The song from Yuvaraaj is ” Tu husn hai tu jawani hai, ek aag hai ek paani hai” Nigahen na phero is from Black Prince. Sorry for the delayed response.
With regards to all Rafi lovers,
Long live Rafi sahab,
Dr. Khaja Aliuddin
May 17th, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Re. Post 21: The said song is from the film “Apna Banake Dekho”. If you need this song, you can mail me. melodiousrafi@gmail.com
May 16th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
I have got almost all the songs of Mohd Rafi in my collection , Please tell me the name of the movie and the link from where I can download this song of Rafi ” Pyaf ki aag kuch aisi bharki , aik shola bhi dabaya na gaya” , I will be very much thankful to you… Sajjad