Mohammad Rafi's death anniversary: Melodious tracks of the singer apt for different moods

legendary Mohammed Rafi had passed away on July 31, 1980, due to a heart attack leaving a huge void in music industry. He is touted as one of most influential singers in history of Indian music. He is often remembered for his versatility and wide range of songs that have gone on to be chartbusters.

In year 1967, legendary singer was houred with Padma Shri Award by Government of India. Rafi is one of few singers who have recorded songs in various regional langus as well. On occasion of his 40th death anniversary today,  here are some of chartbuster tracks of singer which are apt for your different mood. 

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Din Dhal Jaye- Melancholy

This soulful number crooned by Rafi is all about missing your beloved and feeling pangs of separation. song was picturized on Dev Anand and Waheeda Rahman from film Guide. song was composed by RD Burman and lyrics were penned by Shailendra.

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Deewana Hua Badal- romantic

This evergreen romantic song was crooned by Rafi and was picturized on infectious chemistry of Shammi Kapoor and Sharmila Tagore from film Kashmir Ki Kali. Asha Bhosle also lent her voice for this hit track along with Rafi. music was composed by OP Nayyar while lyrics were penned by SH Bihari. 

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Yeh Reshmi Zulfein - Flirty

This song is all about heaping words of praises on your beloved. This hit track from film Do Raste was picturized on Rajesh Khanna and Mumtaz. music was composed by duo Laxmikant Pyarelal. 

Chahe Koi Mujhe- Fun

This fun and vivacious track are all about having a delightful time without giving a care of world. It was picturized on energetic antics of Shammi Kapoor from film Junglee. It was Rafi's voice which makes this track even more endearing. singer had crooned song along with Shankar Jaikishan

Hui Shaam- Ghazal

This soul-stirring Ghazal track from film Mere Dost Mere Humdum remains one of most adored tracks of all times. It was picturized on Dharmendra. song was composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal and lyrics were penned by Majrooh Sultanpuri. 

 Badan Pe Sitare- Dance

This song remains one of most iconic dance numbers of all time. song was picturized on Shammi Kapoor and Vyjanthimala's infectious dance movies. This track from movie Prince was composed by Shankar Jaikishan.