Memorable Songs from Black and White Era | Collection, List of Old Classic songs from Black and White Movies

Bollywood music has ruled the hearts of music lovers and is probably the most popular form of music in India. From the 1950’s to 1970’s was a golden classic era of bollywood. Some of the best songs which are evergreen and continue to be popular even today were made in this era. Iconic musicians created and gave their best efforts to produce music of highest quality. Rigorous hard work, talent and team work resulted in music which went on to become a treasure for music lovers.

Even in today’s times the old songs have not lost their charm and it is difficult to replicate them. Today these old songs are being remixed and presented to new generation of music lovers. Even in reality shows contestants prefer to sing these old glorious songs compared to new ones.  We put here collection of some of the best old classic songs of the golden era.

  1. Hawa mein udta jaye song from the movie Barsaat starring Raj Kapoor, Nargis, Prem Nath, Nimmi and K.N.Singh is a peppy solo song. This song is sung by Lata Mangeshkar. Music is composed by Shanker Jaikishan and lyrics are penned by Ramesh Shastri.
  2. Chaudvein ka chand ho song from the  movie Chaudvein Ka Chand starring Guru Dutt and Waheeda Rehman in lead roles is one of the finest songs of black and white era. This beautful song is sun impeccably by great playback singer Mohammad Rafi. Memorable music is composed by Ravi.
  3. Afsana likh rahi hoon song from the movie Dard starring Nusrat, Suraiya, Munawar Sultana, Shyam, Husn Banu, Badri Prasad and Pratima Devi is an evergreeen song of balck and white era. This romantic song is sung by Munmun Devi and music is composed by noted composer Naushad.
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  4. Mere Piya Gaye Rangoon song from the movie Patanga starring Nigar Sultana, Shyam, Ajit, Shyama, Rajendra Nath and Raj Mehra is an entertaing romantic song. This song is sung by Shamshad Begum and C Ramachandra. Music is composed by C Ramachandra.
  5. Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandi Mein Hum from the movie Chori Chori starring Raj Kapoor and Nargis Dutt is a memorable romantic song. Sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey. This song is composed by Shanker Jaikishan.
  6. Ankhon Hi Ankhon Mein Ishara song form the classic moive CID starring Dev Anand, Shakila and Waheeda Rehaman is a fantastic duet song. Sung briliantly by Mohammad Rafi and Geeta Dutt. This beautiful melody is composed by O P Nayyar.
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  7. Awara Hoon song from the superhit movie Awara starring Raj Kapoor and Nargis is one of the most famous song of black and white era. This song is sung by legendary singer Mukesh. Music is composed by Shanker Jaikishan. Lyrics are penned by Shailendra. This song made Raj Kapoor highly popularin Russia.
  8. Pyar Hua Ekrar Hua song from the movie Shree 420 starring Raj Kapoor and Nargis in lead roles is one of the most loved duet songs. This wonderful song is sung by Manna Dey and Lata Mangeshkar. Music is composed by Shanker Jaikishan.
  9. Ankhon Mein Kya Jee song from the movie Nau Do Gyarah starring Dev Anand and Kalpana Karthik is sweet romantic song. This song is sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle. Music is composed by S D Burman. Lyrics are penned by Majrooh Sultanpuri.
  10. Saiyan Dil Mein Aana Re song from the movie Bahaar starring  starring Vaijayanti Mala, Karan Diwan, Baby Tabassum, Leela Misra, Om Prakash, Padmini, Pran and Sundar is a very popular song. This song is sung by Shamshad Begum. Music is composed by S D Burman. Thsi song has also been remixed and the remeixed version also became very popular.
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  11. Dil Ka Bhawar Kare Pukar song from the movie Tere Ghar Ke Samne starring evergreen superstar Dev Anand and Nutan is sweet melodious song. Mohammad Rafi’s magical voice adds even more sweetness to the song.
    Music is composed by great composer S D Burman. Lyrics are penned by Hasrat Jaipuri.
  12. Na Tum Hamein Jano song from the movie Baaat Ek Raat Ki is a very meldoious romantic song. Sung with heart by Hemant Kumar and Suman Kalyanpur. This gem is created by S D Burman.
  13. Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si song from the  movie Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi starring versatile artist Kishore Kumar and Madhubala is a colourful romantic number. This song is sung by Kishore Kumar. Music is composed by S D burman.
  14. Hum Aapki Ankhon Mein song from the classic movie Pyaasa starring Guru Dutt, Mala Sinha and Waheeda Rehaman is melodious song. This romantic song is sung by Mohammad Rafi and Geeta Dutt. Music is composed by S D Burman.
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  15. Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi sonng from the movie Mr X in Bombay starring Kishore Kumar, Kum Kum, and Madan Puri is a sad romantic song. Sung beuautifully by Kishore Kumar. This wonderful song is composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal.
  16. Abhi Na Jao Chod Kar song form the movie Hum Dono starring Dev Anand, Sadhna and Nanda is a romantic duet song with nice melody. This song is sung by Mohammad Rafi and Asha Bhosle. Music is composed by Jaidev. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.
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  17. Haal Kaisa Hai Janab Ka song from the movie Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi starring Kishore Kumar and Madhubala is a sweet romantic duet. This song is sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle. Music is composed by S D Burman.
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  18. Chhod Do Achal song from the movie Paying Guest starring Dev Anand and Nutan is fun filled romantic number. This duet song is sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle. Music is composed By S D Burman.
  19. Yaad Kiya Dil Ne song from the movie Patita starring Dev Anand, Usha Kiran and Lalita Pawar is a love song. This song is sung by Lata Mabgeshkar and Hemant Kumar. Music is composed by Shanker Jaikishan
  20. Bahut Shukriya Badi Meharbani song from the movie Ek Musafir Ek Haseena starring Joy Mujherjee and Sadhna is a romantic song sung by Mohammad Rafi and Asha Bhosle. Music is composed by O P Nayyar.
  21. Acha Ji Mai Hari song from the movie Kala Pani starring Dev Anand and beautiful Madhubala is an entertaining romantic song from the movie Kala Pani. This song is sung by Mohammad Rafi and Asha Bhosle.
  22. Jaane Kahan Mera Jigar Gaya Ji song form the movie Mr and Mrs 55 starring  Madhubala, Guru Dutt, Kumkum, Johny Walker, Lalita Pawar, Cuckoo, Yasmin, Agha and Tun Tun is a light hearted song. This popular song is sung by Mohammad Rafi and Geeta Dutt
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  23.  Sir Jo Tera Chakraye form the movie Pyasas starring Johnny Walker Guru Dutt Mala Sinha, Waheeda Rehman s a fun song. Sung effortlessly by Mohaamad Rafi. Music is composed by S D Burman.