Top 10 Songs of 2008
So, my top 10 lists are back. Not much to top 10 about during the middle of the year, so I guess these will mainly show up at years end. And look, it's already almost December. Time flies.
Lets start out with some honorable mentions. Songs I liked, but not enough to make my list. And, I will admit, I wanted to put more Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi songs on the top 10 list, but I figure that's because the songs are so new. So, I'm restraining myself.
Honorable Mentions - Tujh Mein Rab Dikhta, Dance Pe Chance (Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi), Rock On!!, Socha Hai (Rock On!!), Mannata (Heroes), Tu Meri Dost Hai (Yuvvraaj), Zara Sa (Jannat), Talli (Ugly Aur Pagli), Move Your Body, Bakhuda Tumhi Ho remix (Kismat Konnection), Jaane Kyun, Maa Da Laadla remix (Dostana), Dil Haara, Tashan Mein (Tashan), Bachna Ae Haseeno, Aahista Aahista (Bachna Ae Haseeno)
Ok, on to the list:
10. Mit Jaaye [Kidnap]
Imran isn't really convincing as a bad boy, especially after Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, but he looks quite good in this video. I love the song, though it's a bit faster on the album than in this video, and the singer sounds different.
09. Khwab Dekhe [Race]
One of my guilty pleasures of 2008. I constantly complain about English lyrics, and this song includes "Sexy lady, makes me crazy, be my baby, give me all your lovin now...". Definition of cheezy, yet the song is so damn catchy that I listen anyway. Damn Pritam and his catchiness.
08. Haule Haule [Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi]
I didn't like this song when I first heard it, but it grew on me. Really nice song, great singing by Sukhwinder. Such a different song from what we've been getting lately.
07. Khuda Jaane [Bachna Ae Haseeno]
Such a gorgeous song. Vishal Shekhar prove that they are not all about rock. They can make a beautiful love song as well. This song has a haunting quality about it. KK is just perfect. Shilpa Rao's voice becomes a bit jarring during her voice, you can't completely understand what she sings. But overall, lovely.
06. Sinbad The Sailor [Rock On!!]
The video really makes this song. I liked it just from the soundtrack, but the video makes it so much fun. Watching Farhan run around the stage and sing his heart out, the crowd everywhere, and Arjun making his appearance. Also love the slow-down at the end, with 'Tum Ho Toh'. Nice ending to a great song.
05. Tu Hai Meri Soniye [Kismat Konnection]
More English. But not bad. It works. More Pritam catchiness. And Shahid dancing. Can't beat that. :)
04. Kabhi Kabhi Aditi [Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na]
Didn't like initially. Gave it another try, and it shot to the top of my most played list. It's short and sweet, doesn't go on too long, and Rashid Ali's voice is really nice, I hope we hear more of him. Too bad it's a song about a cat. :P
03. Jogi Mahi [Bachna Ae Haseeno]
I love love this song. I love hearing Shekhar sing, I love the beat, Sukhwinder makes his appearance, and Himani Kapoor sounds wonderful in her part. She should get more songs like this, it really suits her voice. And aww at Kunal in his turban.
02. Desi Girl [Dostana]
This is such a fun song. An instant hit. Shankar's voice works perfectly for songs like this. The dancing in the video is kinda weird, but probably because they had to cater to John's skills. Hehe poor guy. But overall an awesome song.
01. Phir Milenge Chalte Chalte [Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi]
No video for this yet, so it's just a random pics in the above video. I absolutely adore this song. It's so creative, being able to mix old tunes together into a whole new tune is no easy task. Salim-Suleman seem to do it effortlessly. It all seams together so well. And Sonu just brings a whole new element to the song. The singer does make a big difference, I think only Sonu could have pulled this off so good. The picturization will surely be a treat.
So, there we go. Coming soon, Top 10 Soundtracks of 2008 and, after RNBDJ and Ghajini release, Top 10 Movies of 2008. That may be pushed in to 2009, b/c Ghajini releases so late.
BTW, my thoughts and prayers go out to all those families who have been affected by the senseless attacks in Mumbai. RIP to those who lost their lives for no reason, and I pray for those injured to get better soon.
Lets start out with some honorable mentions. Songs I liked, but not enough to make my list. And, I will admit, I wanted to put more Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi songs on the top 10 list, but I figure that's because the songs are so new. So, I'm restraining myself.
Honorable Mentions - Tujh Mein Rab Dikhta, Dance Pe Chance (Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi), Rock On!!, Socha Hai (Rock On!!), Mannata (Heroes), Tu Meri Dost Hai (Yuvvraaj), Zara Sa (Jannat), Talli (Ugly Aur Pagli), Move Your Body, Bakhuda Tumhi Ho remix (Kismat Konnection), Jaane Kyun, Maa Da Laadla remix (Dostana), Dil Haara, Tashan Mein (Tashan), Bachna Ae Haseeno, Aahista Aahista (Bachna Ae Haseeno)
Ok, on to the list:
10. Mit Jaaye [Kidnap]
Click to viewImran isn't really convincing as a bad boy, especially after Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, but he looks quite good in this video. I love the song, though it's a bit faster on the album than in this video, and the singer sounds different.
09. Khwab Dekhe [Race]
One of my guilty pleasures of 2008. I constantly complain about English lyrics, and this song includes "Sexy lady, makes me crazy, be my baby, give me all your lovin now...". Definition of cheezy, yet the song is so damn catchy that I listen anyway. Damn Pritam and his catchiness.
08. Haule Haule [Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi]
I didn't like this song when I first heard it, but it grew on me. Really nice song, great singing by Sukhwinder. Such a different song from what we've been getting lately.
07. Khuda Jaane [Bachna Ae Haseeno]
Such a gorgeous song. Vishal Shekhar prove that they are not all about rock. They can make a beautiful love song as well. This song has a haunting quality about it. KK is just perfect. Shilpa Rao's voice becomes a bit jarring during her voice, you can't completely understand what she sings. But overall, lovely.
06. Sinbad The Sailor [Rock On!!]
The video really makes this song. I liked it just from the soundtrack, but the video makes it so much fun. Watching Farhan run around the stage and sing his heart out, the crowd everywhere, and Arjun making his appearance. Also love the slow-down at the end, with 'Tum Ho Toh'. Nice ending to a great song.
05. Tu Hai Meri Soniye [Kismat Konnection]
More English. But not bad. It works. More Pritam catchiness. And Shahid dancing. Can't beat that. :)
04. Kabhi Kabhi Aditi [Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na]
Didn't like initially. Gave it another try, and it shot to the top of my most played list. It's short and sweet, doesn't go on too long, and Rashid Ali's voice is really nice, I hope we hear more of him. Too bad it's a song about a cat. :P
03. Jogi Mahi [Bachna Ae Haseeno]
I love love this song. I love hearing Shekhar sing, I love the beat, Sukhwinder makes his appearance, and Himani Kapoor sounds wonderful in her part. She should get more songs like this, it really suits her voice. And aww at Kunal in his turban.
02. Desi Girl [Dostana]
This is such a fun song. An instant hit. Shankar's voice works perfectly for songs like this. The dancing in the video is kinda weird, but probably because they had to cater to John's skills. Hehe poor guy. But overall an awesome song.
01. Phir Milenge Chalte Chalte [Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi]
No video for this yet, so it's just a random pics in the above video. I absolutely adore this song. It's so creative, being able to mix old tunes together into a whole new tune is no easy task. Salim-Suleman seem to do it effortlessly. It all seams together so well. And Sonu just brings a whole new element to the song. The singer does make a big difference, I think only Sonu could have pulled this off so good. The picturization will surely be a treat.
So, there we go. Coming soon, Top 10 Soundtracks of 2008 and, after RNBDJ and Ghajini release, Top 10 Movies of 2008. That may be pushed in to 2009, b/c Ghajini releases so late.
BTW, my thoughts and prayers go out to all those families who have been affected by the senseless attacks in Mumbai. RIP to those who lost their lives for no reason, and I pray for those injured to get better soon.