The Voices That Gave Us 90s Unforgettable Hits

When we talk about 90s Bollywood songs, Kumar Sanu is the name that immediately comes to our minds. The 90s generation has grown up dancing to his chartbuster number songs, while his heartfelt melodies struck a chord with every lover in that generation. 

He is listed in the Guinness World Records for establishing an unbeaten feat of recording 28 songs in a day. This song and many other hits from Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993) were sung by Kumar Sanu, The King Of Melody.

The golden voice in the song  This song  'Mera Mann Kyon Tumhen Chahe' from Mann (1999) is by Alka Yagnik. She entered the industry in the late 80s. But it was the hit Bollywood number  'Ek Do Teen' from Tezaab (1988)  that catapulted her singing career. 

Alka Yagnik ruled the 90s, singing a wide variety of songs ranging from this peppy song  'Nazaren Mili Dil Dhadka' from Raja (1995), the dance hit 'Choli Ke Peeche' from Khal Nayak (1993) to the sensual number 'Tip Tip Barsa Paani' from Mohra (1994).

Whenever Udit Narayan sang in his youthful voice, Bollywood fans played each of his songs in the loop like this popular hit 'Khambe Jaise Khadi Hain' from Dil (1990).

Udit Narayan has been the voice for all superstars, including Govinda, Aamir Khan, Shahrukh Khan, and Akshay Kumar. In this song, 'Andaz Behekne Lagte Hain', the dancing star Govinda can be seen showing his effortless moves, matching Udit Narayan's youthful voice.

In this song, 'Payal Meri Jadoo' from Rajkumar (1996), Udit Narayan's voice raises the chemistry between actors Anil Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit. 

Abhijeet was another famous singer during the 90s with a refreshing voice that rendered hits like this song 'Aankhon Mein Base Ho Tum' from Takkar (1995) along with other hits like 'Wada Raha Sanam' from Khiladi (1992) and 'Sheher ki Ladki' from Rakshak (1996). 

Abhijeet sang for many young actors of the 90s. But he also gave his voice to the yesteryear actor Rishi Kapoor in this song 'Hum Do Dewwane' from Kaun Sachcha Kaun Jhutha (1997). 

Anuradha Paudhwal was one of the top singers of the 90s. This song, 'Chandi Ki Cycle Sone Ki Seat' from Bhabhi (1991), is among the list of over 4000 songs delivered by this famous singer.  

She could easily switch from an electrifying dance number 'Tamma Tamma Loge' for Thanedaar (1991) to this romantic song 'Saiyyan Jee Se Chhupke' and the sensual number Dhak Dhak' for Beta (1992).

Another versatile voice for a majority of male leads in the 90s was Vinod Rathod. He entertained Bollywood music fans with a variety of songs like 'Yaar Ko Milne Jaana Hain' from Ek Hi Raasta (1993), 'Nayak Nahi Khal Nayak Hoon Main' from Khal Nayak (1993) and 'Chhupana Bhi Nahi Ata' from Baazigar (1993).

S. P. Balasubramaniam, who claimed himself to be a 'singer by accident,' sung over 40,000 songs in varied languages apart from Bollywood Hindi songs. This song, 'Anando Brahma' from Shiva (1990), is in this talented artist's vast repertoire.

  

His craft is reflected in his playful tone in 'Teri Pyari Pyari Baaten' from Jamai Raja (1990) and his soulful voice in Maine Pyar Kiya (1989) title track.

In an era of successful singers like Alka Yagnik, Anuradha Paudhwal, and Kavita Krishnamurthy, Sadhana Sargam held her own with her soothing voice in songs like 'Aankhon Mein Tum Ho' from Aag (1994). 

She had a string of hits to her kitty, including this song 'Humne Ghar Choda Hai' from Dil (1990) along with 'Jab Koi Baat Bigad Jaaye 'from Jurm (1990) and 'Pehla Nasha' from Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992).

A trained classical singer, Kavita Krishnamurthy's distinct voice won the hearts of millions. Khuda Gawah (1992) had many chartbusters sung by her, including this song 'Main Koi Aisi Cheez Nahin.'

She showcased her versatility with sad songs like 'Teri Meri Pyaar Ki Kahaniyaan' from Banjaran (1991), the cheerful song 'Aaj Main Upar Aasman Neeche' from Khamoshi (1996) and the romantic tracks of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999).

In the 90s, Sonu Nigam, with his youthful charm and melodious voice wooed audiences of all ages. This song, 'Tera Kya Lagta Hai Deewana' from Aag (1994), is one of his countless popular songs.

Sonu Nigam's popularity skyrocketed with his Bollywood movie songs and his Indie-pop renditions that stormed the 90s. 

However, the 90s will be incomplete without mentioning the rustic voice of Ila Arun in 'Morni Baaga Ma Bole' from Lamhe (1991) or the freshness brought in by Alisha Chinai in this song 'Dekho Dekho Main Hoon Karishma' from Papi Gudia (1996).

Other fresh female voices were Sunita Rao, who sang 'Saara Sheher Aaj Jaagega' from Ghulam-E-Musthafa (1997) and Hema Sardesai, who delivered the superhit song 'Awaara Bhanware' from Sapnay (1997).