What is that one thing that comes to your mind when you think of Bollywood? Some will say it is the endless and sometimes tiring drama, some will very well relate to the happily ever after stories, and some will say the glamour and the aura associated with it. While these opinions may vary from one person to another, there is one point on which all the Bollywood buffs would wholeheartedly agree. And that is the songs that Bollywood has given us. B town has songs for every mood, every occasion, and every emotion. What makes these songs close to our heart is the utmost care with which the lyricist weaves the words of the songs.
Irhsad Kamil is one such melody maker of Bollywood. Once the legendary music maker of Bollywood, AR Rahman had said, “What will life be without poetry, what will the Hindi film industry be without Irshad Kamil…” Now that was more than a compliment because it is not every day that the living legend of magical music sings praises of anyone. And it is completely true. Irshad Kamil is a magician when it comes to putting the right words to a song. He started his career as a lyricist in 2004, when he penned the words of the songs from the movie Chameli. That was when we instantly knew that this man is indeed divine. Since then, there has been no looking back, and he has given us innumerable memorable tracks since then.
Some of the best compositions of Kamil are:
Mere Naam Tu, Zero – The Colorful Ballad Of Love
This song caught the attention of SRK lovers the moment it was released. While we obviously were floored by the cute smile that Bauua Singh, there was another great thing about the song, and that was obviously the lyrics of the song. Irshad Kamil has done a stupendous work in penning the lyrics of the song and it still lingers in our mind, even after months of its release.
Hawayein, Jab Harry Met Sejal – The Eternal Song Of Love
Harry meeting Sejal may not have changed a lot in the box office but the music of the movie surely has made a lot of difference. The extremely beautiful song Hawayein sung by Arijit Singh and composed by Pritam became an instant hit within moments of its release. Irshad Kamil is indeed a great poet for none but a poet could have penned the words of this beautiful song. He even won the lyricist of the year award at the Mirchi Music Awards for Hawayein in 2018.
Swag Se Swagat, Tiger Zinda Hai – The Ultimate Party Anthem
This song needs no specific introduction because the title itself speaks volumes. This amazing song has all the ingredients of being the best party anthem, and of course we cannot forget the swag oozing out of Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan as they tapped their feet to this rocking song. Irshad Kamil is indeed a man of versatility and this has been proved time and again.
Jag Ghoomeya, Sultan – The Enthralling Song Of Love And Courtship
It is a very soothing song and it is the one which stays with you for a long, long time. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s soulful track is indeed a “rahat” to the tired soul, and Irshad Kamil’s power of words conveys to us the power of love. This romantic song touches our heart and the lyrics of this song are all about the beauty and serenity of love.
Agar Tum Saath Ho, Tamasha – The Best One Till Date
Only a bard could have composed words like “mujhe lagta hain ki baatein dil ki hoti lafzon ki dhokebaazi”. The song is a heart breaking tale of love and it transports you to a different world altogether. It has the power to make you weep because it reminds you the stories of your heartbreak. And in spite of all that Irshad Kamil has created magic through his words and has made Agar Tum Saath Ho our favourite.
Tum Tak, Raanjhanaa – The Tale Of Madness In Love
This folk classical song is a beautiful composition by AR Rahman and the beautiful lyrics of the song tugs at your heartstrings. It conveys the madness and euphoria that comes along with loving someone truly, madly, and deeply, and none but Irshad Kamil could have portrayed the emotions of the lover Dhanush so beautifully in words.
There is something that sets Irshad Kamil apart from the rest of Bollywood film industry, and while we are yet to figure that out, we hope he keeps soothing us with his magical words.
