Sonu Nigam has been in the music biz for over two decades (nearing 3 now).
The seasoned and trained vocalist, boasts of a technically flawless vocals and a smooth-as-butter tonal quality, setting himself a bar above the rest in the game.
With hundreds to thousands of songs recorded in his decorated career, the award winning singer has sung in both independent Pop albums as well as for soundtracks to popular Hindi films.
From his iconic and megahit IndiePop album – Deewana, to his recent heart-rendering vocal delivery in the Hrithik Roshan starrer – Agnipath – Sonu Nigam has transcended generations to be put in the bracket of some of the all time favourites – when it comes to popular Hindi music.
In an attempt to celebrate his artistry and vast discography, we looked back and put together 10 of his most diverse and standout vocal performances and songs that have not only stood the test of time, but have also played an important part in building his own legacy.
Here are Sonu Nigam’s top 10 best songs released to date:
10) Tanhaayee
9) Ab Mujhe Raat Din
8) Is Kadar Pyaar Hai Tumse
7) Dheere Jalna
6) Do Pal
5) Suraj Hua Maddham
4) Mujhe Raat Din
3) Deewana Tera
2) Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin
1) Kal Ho Na Ho
Despite the changing trends in popular Hindi film music over time, Sonu Nigam has time and again proven that some talents really have the potential to stand the test of time, or changing trends.
Honourable mentions in his vast catalogue of hits go to songs like – Sandese Aate Hai, Yeh Dil Deewana, Satarangi Re, Tumse Mil Ke Dilka, Saathiya, Bhagwaan Hai Kahan Re Tu, Pal Pal.. Har Pal – to name a few.