Bappi Lahiri: The Disco King of Bollywood, is famous for popularising disco music in the Indian mainstream. He was known as Bappi da, he achieved huge success in the 1980s and ’90s. He has earned the title ‘Disco King’ due to his work on films such as Disco Dancer, Namak Halaal, Dance Dance, and Commando.
Bappi Lahiri, The Disco King of Bollywood, the singer-composer, died at the age of 69 in Mumbai due to obstructive sleep apnea. He was sick for some time and passed away at CriticCare Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai.
Here are the top 10 iconic songs of Bappi Lahiri:
1. Koi Yahan Naache Naache
Movie– Disco Dancer
Singer– Bappi Lahiri & Usha Uthup
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Faruk Kaiser
2. Jimmy Jimmy
Movie– Disco Dancer
Singer– Parvati Khan
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Anjaan
3. Tamma Tamma Loge
Movie– Thanedaar
Singer– Bappi Lahiri,Anuradha Paudwal
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Indeevar
4. Chalte Chalte
Movie– Chalte Chalte
Singer– Kishore Kumar
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Amit Khanna
5. Jawani Jaaneman
Movie– Namak Halal
Singer– Asha Bhosle
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Anjaan
6. Raat Baaki
Movie– Namak Halal
Singer– Asha Bhosle, Bappi Lahiri, and Shashi Kapoor
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Anjaan
7. Ooh La La
Movie– The Dirty Picture
Singer– Bappi Lehri, Shreya Ghoshal
Music– Vishal Shekhar
Lyrics– Rajat Arora
8. Tune Maari Entriyaan
Movie– Gunday
Singer– Vishal Dadlani, KK, Neeti Mohan, Bappi Lahiri
Music– Sohail Sen
Lyrics– Irshad Kamil
9. Zoo Zoo Zoobie Zooby
Movie– Dance Dance
Singer– Alisha Chinai
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Anjaan
10. Yaad Aah Raha Hain
Movie– Disco Dancer
Singer– Bappi Lahiri
Music– Bappi Lahiri
Lyrics– Anjaan
FAQs
What made Bappi Lahiri’s songs so iconic?
Bappi Lahiri’s music blended disco rhythms with Indian instruments and sensibilities. His catchy tunes, energetic performances, and association with popular films made his songs iconic.
What are some of Bappi Lahiri’s most recognizable songs?
Here are a few contenders for his most iconic songs:
Jimmy Jimmy, Aaja Aaja (Disco Dancer, 1982):Â This energetic disco track remains a party anthem.
I Am a Disco Dancer (Disco Dancer, 1982):Â The title track from the film that established Bappi Lahiri’s disco king persona.
Raat Baaki Baat Baaki (Sharaabi, 1984): A soulful melody with melancholic undertones, showcasing Bappi Lahiri’s versatility.
Inteha Ho Gayi (Sharaabi, 1984): Another chartbuster from Sharaabi, known for its playful music and Asha Bhosle’s vocals.
Tamma Tamma Loge (Thanedaar, 1990):Â This high-energy dance number featuring Rekha and Anil Kapoor remains a popular remix choice.
Are these lists entirely objective?
Popularity and recognition can be subjective. These FAQs offer some of Bappi Lahiri’s most well-known songs, but there might be other tracks you find equally iconic.
Where can I find these songs to listen to?
Streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, or Youtube Music offer a vast collection of Bappi Lahiri’s songs. You might also find compilations or playlists dedicated to his work.
Did Bappi Lahiri only compose disco music?
While disco is a major part of his legacy, Bappi Lahiri also composed songs in various styles throughout his career. He experimented with pop, rock, and folk influences as well.
Are there any other singers who performed Bappi Lahiri’s songs besides Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle?
Absolutely! Bappi Lahiri collaborated with many singers throughout his career. Some notable mentions include Amitabh Bachchan, Mithun Chakraborty, Lata Mangeshkar, Usha Uthup, and Alisha Chinoy.
Also Read: Bappi Lahiri died at the age of 69 years in Mumbai due to Obstructive Sleep Apnea
