Revisiting 5 memorable songs of Lata Mangeshkar

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar breathed her last today at the age of 92. The Nightingale of India was born on September 28, 1929. She began her singing career when she was 13.

In 1942, the queen of melody recorded her first playback song for a Marathi film, "Kiti Hasaal". She also acted in a Marathi film, "Pahili Mangalagaur".

In 1946, she recorded her first Hindi film playback song for "Aap Ki Seva Mein", which was directed by Vasant Jogalekar. In a career spanning nearly eight decades, she lent her melodious voice to over 25,000 songs, making a record of singing in over 36 Indian languages including Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi few other foreign languages.  Let us have a look at five of her most iconic songs.

Naam Gum Jayega, Chehra Ye Badal Jayega: This song was penned by eminent lyricist Gulzar and composed by music legend R D Burman for the film "Kinara", released in 1977. The song was also voiced by Bhupinder Singh.

 Lag Jaa Gale: This song, composed by noted music director Madan Mohan for the film "Wo Kaun Thi?", will always be memorable for Mangeshkar's melodious voice. The film was released in 1964.

 Allah Tero Naam, Ishwar Tero Naam: This song was composed by Jaydev with lyrics of Sahir Ludhianvi for the film "Hum Dono". It was released in 1961. The timeless song will be remembered for its composition, lyrics, and unique voice of the legendary Lata Mangeshkar.

Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi: Composed by R D Burman and penned by Gulzar, this track was visualised in the film "Masum", featuring Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi, which was released in 1983.

Lukachupi: Noted composer A R Rahman had requested Lata Mangeshkar to sing this song for the film "Rang De Basanti", in 2006.