Discography
Explore the vast musical legacy of Mohammed Rafi - over 7,400 songs across multiple languages and genres that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Iconic Songs
Chaudhvin Ka Chand Ho
Film: Chaudhvin Ka Chand
Year: 1960
Composer: Ravi
Bahaaron Phool Barsaao
Film: Suraj
Year: 1966
Composer: Shankar-Jaikishan
Kya Hua Tera Wada
Film: Hum Kisise Kum Naheen
Year: 1977
Composer: R.D. Burman
Man Tarpat Hari Darshan Ko Aaj
Film: Baiju Bawra
Year: 1952
Composer: Naushad
Yeh Chand Sa Roshan Chehera
Film: Kashmir Ki Kali
Year: 1964
Composer: O.P. Nayyar
Teri Pyaari Pyaari Surat Ko
Film: Sasural
Year: 1961
Composer: Shankar-Jaikishan
Parda Hai Parda
Film: Amar Akbar Anthony
Year: 1977
Composer: Laxmikant-Pyarelal
Gulabi Aankhen Jo Teri Dekhi
Film: The Train
Year: 1970
Composer: R.D. Burman
Major Collaborations
Naushad
Notable collaborations with Rafi: Man Tarpat Hari Darshan Ko Aaj (Baiju Bawra), Ae Mohabbat Zindabad (Mughal-E-Azam), Madhuban Mein Radhika Nache Re (Kohinoor)
Laxmikant-Pyarelal
Notable collaborations with Rafi: Parda Hai Parda (Amar Akbar Anthony), Main Chali Main Chali (Padosan), Gore Rang Pe Na Itna Guman Kar (Roti)
Shankar-Jaikishan
Notable collaborations with Rafi: Teri Pyaari Pyaari Surat Ko (Sasural), Ehsaan Tera Hoga Mujh Par (Junglee), Ramaiya Vastavaiya (Shree 420)
O.P. Nayyar
Notable collaborations with Rafi: Yeh Chand Sa Roshan Chehera (Kashmir Ki Kali), Pukarta Chala Hoon Main (Mere Sanam), Yeh Hai Bombay Meri Jaan (CID)
S.D. Burman
Notable collaborations with Rafi: Yeh Duniya Agar Mil Bhi Jaye (Pyaasa), Din Dhal Jaye (Guide), Koi Vaada Karo (Taxi Driver)
R.D. Burman
Notable collaborations with Rafi: Kya Hua Tera Wada (Hum Kisise Kum Naheen), Gulabi Aankhen Jo Teri Dekhi (The Train), Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko (Yaadon Ki Baaraat)
Languages
Career Phases
1940s - The Beginning
Started with "Gul Baloch" (1944) and established himself with Naushad's compositions. Early collaborations with music directors like Shyam Sunder.
1950s-1960s - Golden Era
Peak period with memorable songs from "Baiju Bawra," "Pyaasa," "Guide," and countless other classics. Collaborations with all major composers of the era.
1970s-1980 - Renaissance
Comeback with "Kya Hua Tera Wada" and "Parda Hai Parda." Adapted to changing musical styles while maintaining his unique charm.
"Rafi's voice was the voice of every emotion, every character, every story"— The essence of his versatility