“It is a brilliant track for the newlywed couple"
A wedding day lasts forever in the memories of all who are involved. The bride, the groom, the family members, and the friends all want to have an amazing night to remember.
Music and dancing are certainly factors which help to make the joyous occasion an enjoyable and perfect one.
At a Desi wedding, everybody is looking forward to getting on to the dancefloor. So, here are 11 songs that must be played to keep your hundreds or thousands of guests happy.
DESIblitz brings you some of the hottest English, Bhangra, and Bollywood from the last 40 years that simply must be on your 2016 wedding playlist.
These are sure to encourage even the most disinterested guests to get up on to the dancefloor. Great music plus non-stop dancing is sure to equal an unforgettable night.
Top Bollywood Tracks
Roy – ‘Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan’ (2015)
Despite featuring Ranbir Kapoor in a lead role, Roy was somewhat of a Bollywood disappointment. However, the same cannot be said of its main track, ‘Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan’, which was a complete smash hit.
Meet Bros Anjjan and Kanika Kapoor must be on your wedding playlist with their fun and lively track. Kapoor was nominated for the Guild, IIFA, and GIMA awards for ‘Best Female Playback Singer’ on the song.
Jaya says: “We love this song. It is magical and always makes us want to dance.”
Race – ‘Pehli Nazar Mein’ (2008)
This beautiful song led to Atif Aslam receiving the 2009 IIFA and Guild Awards for ‘Best Male Playback Singer’.
DJ Gurms, of Roar Sounds Entertainment, says: “It is a brilliant track for the newlywed couple. The song is perfect for walk-ins, first dances, and even towards the end of the night for a couples dance.”
‘Pehli Nazar Mein’ is sure to help create beautiful wedding day memories for all those involved.
Kal Ho Naa Ho – ‘Maahi Ve’ (2003)
Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, and Saif Ali Khan, Kal Ho Naa Ho was a massive Bollywood success upon its release in 2003.
There are several great tracks in the film, including ‘Pretty Woman’ and ‘It’s The Time to Disco’. But ‘Maahi Ve’ just about beats them to being on our DESIblitz Top 10.
Kajol and Rani Mukerji make special guest appearances as dancers in the music video to this wedding classic.
Sholay – ‘Yeh Dosti’ (1975)
Sholay is considered to be one of the finest Indian films ever produced, and that is why ‘Yeh Dosti’ makes our list. Before any lyrics are even sung, the opening beat is sure to attract many of your guests to the dancefloor.
‘Yeh Dosti’ is a real classic, and has been described as the ultimate friendship anthem. Many will fondly remember the fun scene in the film between Jai (Amitabh Bachchan) and Veeru (Dharmendra).
Top Bhangra Tracks
Diljit Dosanjh – ‘5 Taara’ (2015)
Diljit Dosanjh is the hottest property in modern Punjabi music, and must be on your wedding playlist. His hit songs, including ‘Kharku’ and ‘Patiala Peg’, are guaranteed to attract many of your guests to the dancefloor.
Of all his smash hit tracks, DESIblitz have chosen ‘5 Taara’ to be a part of our list. At the 2016 PTC Punjabi Music Awards, the song won ‘Most Popular Song of the Year’ and ‘Best Bhangra Song of the Year’.
Balvir Boparai – ‘De De Gera’ (2005)
‘De De Gera’ is a true Desi wedding classic. The sheer joy that it brings to the crowd is unrivalled, and that’s why it must be played.
Mo says: “I love this song! On our family weddings everyone goes crazy when it comes on. It’s such a good song to get the people up on their feet.”
Balvir Boparai’s hit track is sure to create the perfect wedding atmosphere to make the night one to remember.
Listen to our Ultimate Desi Wedding Playlist here:
Roy – ‘Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan’ (2015)03:07
Race – ‘Pelhi Nazar Mein’ (2008)
Kal Ho Naa Ho – ‘Maahi Ve’ (2003)
Sholay – ‘Yeh Dosti’ (1975)
Diljit Dosanjh – ‘5 Taara’ (2015)
Balvir Boparai – ‘De De Gera’ (2005)
Surjit Bindrakhia – ‘Tera Yaar Bolda’ (2001)
Balwinder Safri - 'Rahey Rahey'
Drake ft. Wizkid and Kyla – ‘One Dance’ (2016)
Beyoncé ft. Jay Z – ‘Crazy In Love’ (2003)
Michael Jackson – ‘The Way You Make Me Feel’ (1987)
Surjit Bindrakhia ~ ‘Tera Yaar Bolda’ (2001)
Your 2016 wedding playlist would not be complete without an appearance from the pioneer of bhangra that is Surjit Bindrakhia. And he makes our list with ‘Tera Yaar Bolda’.
Blessed with one of the greatest, and most powerful, voices the industry has ever seen, the star was known for his “hekh” – the singing of a note continuously in one breath.
DJ Kay, of Ultra Sounds Entertainment, says:
“It is an all-time bhangra anthem which will continue to be played at almost all weddings for years to come. No marriage is complete without this song.”
Balwinder Safri ~ ‘Rahey Rahey’ (1994)
‘Rahey Rahey’ by Balwinder Safri, of the then Safri Boys.
It is incredible that the track was originally released in 1994. But nonetheless, the hit remains to be a Desi wedding favourite and gets the crowds onto the dance floor with its upbeat music and lyrics. Often used as a song couples love to dance to.
Top English Tracks
Drake ft. Wizkid and Kyla – ‘One Dance’ (2016)
2016 is very much the year of the Canadian rapper, Drake. His Views album, which features the hit singles ‘Hotline Bling’ and ‘Controlla’, has been a resounding success around the world.
‘One Dance’ has to be played at your upcoming special occasion. The catchy tune is certain to get most of the younger generations involved and displaying their finest dance moves.
Beyoncé ft. Jay Z – ‘Crazy In Love’ (2003)
A Beyoncé song must feature in any wedding playlist. She is a global icon who is adored around the world, especially by women.
So if you want to help make the day truly special for the bride, be sure to play ‘Crazy In Love’.
Beyoncé herself says: “It still never gets old, no matter how many times I sing it.” And DESIblitz couldn’t agree more, ‘Crazy In Love’ must be a part of your 2016 wedding playlist.
Michael Jackson – ‘The Way You Make Me Feel’ (1987)
A throwback to the 1980s is always a nice touch at a Desi party. Michael Jackson’s ‘The Way You Make Me Feel’ is one of the best 80s tracks to have at a wedding.
His iconic and legendary voice is sure to help keep the dancefloor ‘boogieing’ away for the rest of the night.
These tracks must be a part of your ultimate Desi wedding playlist, otherwise you and your guests will be missing out.
DESIblitz’s songlist is certain to ensure that the night is one to truly remember, for everyone involved.
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