Raksha Bandhan is one of the most coveted and symbolic festivals in a year. It is the only festival in which a sister gets to celebrate her love for her brother. It is a joyous occasion which is meant to be celebrated. Of course, there will be the usual fare of rachis, sweets and gifts, but music can really add to the mood. There are a lot of amazing Rakhi songs that would really spice up the event. Here are some of the best Raksha Bandhan songs:
1.Mere Bhaiyya Mere Chanda from the movie Kaajal: This is a famous song that celebrates a sister’s love for her brother. The song is sung by Asha Bhosle, who praises her brother’s existence through wonderful lyrics. She also blesses her brother and prays for his long and fruitful life. It is a perfect song for Raksha Bandhan.
2.Behena ne Bhai Ki from the movie Resham ki Dor: Raksha Bandhan is a special day for the brothers as well as the sisters. This song is praising the relationship between sisters and brothers. The sisters pray for the long life and well -being of their sisters, whereas the brothers promise to protect the sisters from any harm or unhappiness. This song celebrates these sentiments.
3.Yeh Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aisa from the movie Beimaan: This movie, starring Manoj Kumar, had the song in order to celebrate the bond between two siblings which is symbolized through the rakhi. The song itself is a tear jerker, especially when heard during Rakhi time, when the bond between siblings is closer than ever.
4. Bhaiyya Mere Rakhi Ke from the movie Chotti Behan: This is probably one of the most popular Rakhi songs ever written. Sisters all over the country tie a rakhi on their brothers hands to this song. It immortalizes the spirit of rakhi and also gives an opportunity for the sisters to pray to god to protect their brothers from any harm.
5.Phoolon ka Taaron Ka from the movie Hare Rama Hare Krishna: An incredibly famous movie with incredibly famous songs. This is a song that is extremely popular even during non- rakhi days, but on the day of Raksha Bandhan, it just develops greater importance and significance. It has the elements of Rakhi songs combined with a musical and lyrical twist- this is what makes the song so special. This song also brings about the depth of love a brother has and also talks about the lengths to which the brother will go for the sister’s sake.
6.Hum Baheno Ke Liye from the movie Anjaana: Raksha Bandhan is a special day in which brothers try to do all they can to make their sisters happy. They also do all they can to make sure that they spend some time with their sister on this special day. This song will be amazing for such meetings happening between brothers and sisters who are being reunited after a long time. It is a wonderful Raksha Bandhan song that is a must have on your Rakhi playlist!
7. Jhoola Bahon Ka from the movie Dholi Sajake Rakhna: This song is a special one for it celebrates all those wonderful things that brothers have done for their sisters over a period of time. This song talks about all those small things that the singer’s brothers have done for her from when she was a kid. It will certainly put a playful twist to your Rakhi celebrations.
So, on the 2nd of August 2012, when you are celebrating Raksha Bandhan with your brother, make sure you include these wonderful songs as a part of the celebrations!