20 songs sung by A.R.Rahman that will melt your heart

Yay!!! It's A.R.Rahman's birthday. What else is more exciting on January 6th other than the Mozart's birthday? He is the synonym of God in terms of music. His compositions have been the companion in times of happiness as well as distress. His soul-stirring, path-breaking, scintillating, heartwarming and unconventional numbers have rocked the entire world. Right from Roja till Tamasha, A.R.Rahman has been adding new dimensions to music. Though he is the winner of the prestigious Oscar award, his humbleness is what makes him stand out from the rest. He has a song for every mood and feeling of yours. Just tune in to his songs, you'd know what it is to feel like being in heaven.

Well, I came across many posts like 13 unforgettable songs of Rahman, 30 underrated songs of Rahman you should listen right now and such and such. So I thought to travel the less taken route. Here I present 20 songs sung by Rahman that are melodious, experimental and inspirational.

20.Elay Keechan (Kadal)

Rahman modulates his effervescent vocals into a quirky one for this seaside number. This one is sure to make you feel happy on a sunny day!

19.Kya Hai Mohabbat (Ek Deewana Tha)
This number oozes with love from all its corners. The orchestral sounds that surround this number are its specialty.

18.Aise Na Dekho (Raanjhanaa)
This was the most underrated track of the album. But this number turned as one of the gems that were passionately crooned by Rahman himself.

17.Columbus Columbus (Jeans)
This fast-paced happy number formed as the dance sequence for every boy in the late 90s. And what's more, the topping on the cake was Rahman's vocals.

16.Tu Koi Aur Hai (Tamasha)
Rahman's effervescent rendition in this number is sure to pull you into a trance. If you are someone who likes dreamy numbers, then you should plug in to this one!

15.Ellapugazhum (Azhagiya Tamil Magan)
Want that motivation inside you? Want to feel inspired to achieve more? Just listen to this number in Rahman's energetic voice. Period.

14.Mental Manadhil (OK Kanmani)
The anthem of every youngster in 2015 was this number. This one was sooooo good only because of Rahman's pepped up rendition that was instantly addictive.

13.Khwaja Mere Khwaja (Jodhaa Akbar)
Spirituality was redefined with this number. If you are a Sufi music buff, you'd know how this number would have changed you into a better person with all its sacredness.

12.Anbe Aaruyire (Ah Aah)
The year 2005 had a song crooned by Rahman that was an instant hit with the youngsters. And it still feels fresh whenever it is played on the radio or TV.

11.Patakha Guddi (Highway)
How many of you know that there was a male version of Patakha Guddi in the movie Highway? Rahman's rendition will surely make you feel empowered. Just close your eyes and listen to it!

10.Tu Bole (Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na)
This number was a whiff of fragrance in 2008 when people weren't much accustomed to the use of jazz in Indian music. And it couldn't have been better without Rahman's vocals in it.

9.Urvasi Urvasi (Kadhalan)
Awwww!!! The dream song of every South Indian in the 90s. Rahman broke the barrier around him and rendered this number with elan. You'd still feel like dancing when you listen to this one.

8.Mustafa Mustafa (Kaadhal Desam)
This number still remains the anthem of friendship and it still is being played in every college farewell parties. Rahman's rendition is sure to move you to tears.

7.Ye Jo Des Hai Tera (Swades)
Every true patriot of this country would be able to relate to this number and every citizen who has moved out of India would want to come back by just listening to this song in the resplendent voice of Rahman!

6.Maahi Ve (Highway)
Wake up, tune in to this number and ka-boom! Your day will be completely filled with a feel-good emotion which you can never experience without Rahman's heartmelting vocals in this one.

5.Nenje Ezhu (Mariyaan)
This number speaks about the power of undying love. Rahman catered to the needs of every romantic with this motivational love song.

4.Vellai Pookal (Kannathil Muthamittal)
Let peace prevail in the world. That was the theme of this number. And Rahman's voice permeates through the serene aura that engulfs this song!

3.Rehna Tu (Delhi-6)
I just cannot get enough with this number. It just gets better and better with every listening. Though the number is a 7 year old one, it is still fresh and when Rahman croons 'Tujhe chahoon jaisa hai tu...' in his sultry vocals, it is pure bliss!

2.Newyork Nagaram (Sillunu Oru Kaadhal)
Then, what else? Should I say anything about this number? As fresh as ever, as heartmelting as ever and as heavenly as ever!

1.Iru Pookal/Dil Se Re (Uyire/Dil Se)
This number needs no explanation. Easily the best of the lot!

Long Live ARR! Many happy returns to you!!!