Arijit Singh is also known as the ‘King of Bollywood,’ for his music’s ubiquity in Hindi films. His smooth and soulful vocals have captured the nation of India and apparently the rest of the world too, as he is currently the most-followed artist globally on Spotify. 

Therefore, it is only appropriate that we discover what Arijit’s most popular songs truly are by checking his Spotify streams! Read on to find out what his top ten songs are across his vast discography of Bollywood playback music. 

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Arijit Singh’s Top Songs According to Spotify Streams

No. 10: ‘Humdard (From "Ek Villain")’

Streams: 309,250,044

From the 2014 film Ek Villain, ‘Humdard’ is a soulful and romantic song about longing, love, and vulnerability. Arijit’s voice is best when he’s singing something romantic and melancholic and here he laments the pain of separation and the longing to find connection.

No. 9: ‘Satranga (From "Animal")’

Streams: 334,073,315

‘Satranga’ is from the 2023 film Animal, and the release of Arijit Singh’s song definitely added to the hype around the movie. ‘Satranga’ translates into English to mean ‘seven colours,’ which is shown through the song’s multi-layered emotional depth. 

The film Animal is about chaos and violent emotions when it comes to love and family dynamics, and that is definitely shown through the sheer power and emotion in Arijit’s voice. As always, he is able to produce and sing a track that fits the film perfectly.

No. 8: ‘Tum Hi Ho (From "Aashiqui 2")’

Streams: 335,340,907

‘Tun Hi Ho’ is one of the songs that helped cement Arijit Singh as one of the biggest and most popular playback singers around. The song became an instant hit when it was released in 2013 along with the film Aashiqui 2, and is regarded as one of Arijit’s best romantic ballads.

The title of the song, ‘Hum Hi Ho,’ translates to ‘you are the one,’ showing the deeply emotional lyrics about love and longing. The music arrangement, which includes soft guitar strumming and orchestral elements, enhances the tender and melancholic vibe of the song.

No. 7: ‘Apna Bana Le’

Streams: 375,180,178

‘Apna Bana Le’ garnered a lot of attention when it was released in 2023 with the film Bhediya, as at this point having an Arijit Singh song on your soundtrack will guarantee that people will watch your film. This slow, romantic song carries the message of not only wanting to find love, but a deep and emotional bond.

No. 6: ‘Heeriye (feat. Arijit Singh)’

Streams: 395,719,594

‘Heeriye’ is primarily sung by Jasleen Royal, featuring Arijit Singh to compliment her voice in the duet. Arijit brings his signature depth and soul to the track, whereas Jasleen’s voice adds a lightness and serenity to it that perfectly balances the song. 

The music, composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, is understated with soft piano, strings, and guitar in the background, giving the song a soothing and intimate feel. The slow rhythm adds to the emotional depth of the song, allowing the listener to fully immerse themselves in its beautiful melody and lyrics.

No. 5: ‘Shayad (From "Love Aaj Kal")’

Streams: 431,487,700

‘Shayad’ is from the 2020 film Love Aaj Kal, and quickly became a favourite among Arijit Singh’s fans. The film’s title translates to ‘maybe’ or ‘perhaps,’ and the lyrics of the song reflect the doubt and longing involved with unrequited love. 

Shayad speaks to that bittersweet feeling of being in love but not being entirely sure if the other person feels the same way, or whether the relationship will endure. It’s a song for anyone who has experienced the complexities of love and both the joy and the uncertainty that come with it.

No. 4: ‘Chaleya (From "Jawan")’

Streams: 433,009,424

‘Chaleya’ received huge commercial success when it was released as part of the soundtrack of the film Jawan in 2023. The song, along with the hook step, went completely viral, topping charts in India and even becoming the most-streamed song on Spotify in a single day. 

The hook step has since been performed by Rihanna, Stray Kids’ Woojin, Jimin and J-Hope from BTS, and several Indian celebrities in live performances and on social media. Arijit Singh truly helped to put Bollywood music on the map by lending his voice to ‘Chaleya.’

No. 3: ‘Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage (From "Kabir Singh")’

Streams: 474,987,234

‘Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage’ from the film Kabir Singh translates into English as ‘I’ve started to love you a lot.’ Another collaboration between Arijit Singh and the songwriter Mithoon, the song topped multiple charts in India. The filmmakers have described the song as expressing "the phase of love and longing after falling apart,” with the music video and Arijit’s emotive voice reflecting this as well.

No. 2: ‘Agar Tum Saath Ho (From "Tamasha")’

Streams: 492,093,482

‘Agar Tum Saath Ho’ is a deeply emotional and heart-wrenching song from the 2015 film Tamasha, sung by Arijit Singh. It’s one of those tracks that immediately tugs at the heartstrings, beautifully expressing feelings of love, pain, and longing. 

The instrumentation is gentle, with a blend of strings and soft percussion, allowing the focus to remain on the emotional pull of the song. Once again Arijit manages to convey all the complexities of love with his voice, whether it be pain, happiness, or hope. 

No. 1: ‘Kesariya’

Streams: 589,763,759

‘Kesariya’ is another one of Arijit’s songs that went viral on social media. It was released as a single and featured on the soundtrack for Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva in 2022. Garnering staggering numbers of streams and views, it’s no wonder Arijit’s soulful voice captured the nation of India once again. 

The music, composed by Pritam, combines traditional instruments like the flute and soft percussion with modern orchestration, giving it an uplifting and soulful vibe. It’s an easy song to get lost in, with its sweet melody and romantic feel, making it perfect for weddings, celebrations, or simply for those moments when you want to feel in love.

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