15 Best Indian Patriotic Songs with Lyrics

This iconic song, written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, is considered the heart and soul of India’s patriotic music. Its lyrics pay homage to the motherland, urging fellow citizens to rise and defend their homeland.

Lyrics

vande maataram..
vande maataram..
maataram..

sujalaam sufalaam malayaj sheetalaam
sasyashyaamalaam maataram
vande..

shubhrajyotsna pulakit yaaminiim
phulla kusumita drumadal shobhiniim
suhaasinim sumadhura bhaashhinim
sukhadaam varadaam
maataram.. vande maataram

sapta koti kantha kalakala ninaada karaale
nisapta koti bhujaidhruta kharakarvaale
sapta koti kantha kalakala ninaada karaale
nisapta koti bhujaidhruta kharakarvaale
ka bola ka noma eith bole
bahubal dhaariniin namaami taariniim
ripudalavaariniin maataram
vande maataram …

tumi vidyaa tumi dharma, tumi hridi tumi marma
tvan hi praanaah shariire
baahute tumi maa shakti,
hridaye tumi maa bhakti,
tomaarai pratimaa gadi mandire mandire
vande maataram..

tvan hi durgaa dashapraharanadhaarinii
kamalaa kamaladala vihaarinii
vaanii vidyaadaayinii, namaami tvaam
namaami kamalaan amalaan atulaam
sujalaan sufalaan maataram
vande maataram..

Sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar, this song beautifully captures the sacrifice of soldiers and resonates with the emotions of every Indian who cherishes freedom.

Lyrics

Aye mere watan ke logo
Tumkhoob laga lo nara
Yeh subh din hain hum sabka
Leheron tiranga pyara

Pat mat bhoolon seema par
Veeron ne pran gawai
Kuch yaad unhe bhi kar lo
Kuch yaad unhe bhi kar lo
Jo laut ke ghar na aaye
Jo laut ke ghar na aaye

Aye mere watan ke logo
Zara aankh mein bhar lo paani
Jo shahid hue hain unki
Zara yaad karo qurbaani

Aye mere watan ke logo
Zara aankh mein bhar lo paani
Jo shahid hue hain unki
Zara yaad karo qurbaani

Jab ghayal hua Himalaya
Khatre mein padi aazadi
Jab tak thi saans lade woh
Jab tak thi saans lade woh
Phir apne laash bichadi

Sangeen Pe dhar kar maatha
So gaye amar balidani
Jo shahid hue hain unki
Zara yaad karo qurbaani

Jab desh mein thi Diwali
Woh khel rahe the Holi
Jab hum baithe the gharon mein
Woh jhel rahe the goli

The dhanya javaan vo apne
Thi dhanya vo unki javaani
Jo shahid hue hain unki
Zara yaad karo qurbaani

Koi Sikh, Koi Jatt, Maratha
Koi Sikh, Koi Jatt, Maratha
Koi Gurkha koi Madrasi
Koi Gurkha koi Madrasi

Sarhad par marne wala
Sarhad par marne wala
Har veer bharatwasi

Jo khoon gira parvat par
Woh khon tha hindustani
Jo shahid hue hain unki
Zara yaad karo qurbaani

Thi khoon se lathpath kaaya
Phir banduk utha ke
Das das ko ek ne maara
Phir gir gaye hosh gawake

Jab ant samay aaya to
Jab ant samay aaya to
Keh gaye ke ab marte hain
Jab ant samay aaya to
Keh gaye ke ab marte hain

Khush rehna desh ke pyaron
Khush rehna desh ke pyaron
Ab hum to safar karte hain
Ab hum to safar karte hain

Kya log the woh dewane
Kya log the woh abhimani
Jo shaheed hue hain unki
Jara yaad karo qurbaani

Tum bhool na jaao unko
Is liye kahi yeh kahani
Jo shaheed hue hain unki
Zara yaad karo qurbaani

Jai Hind, jai Hind ki sena
Jai Hind, jai Hind ki sena
Jai Hind, jai Hind, jai Hind

A creation of the versatile artist A.R. Rahman, this song became an anthem of national pride, celebrating the diverse culture and unity of India.

Lyrics

Yahan vahan saara jahan dekh liya hai
Kahin bhi tere jaisa koi nahi hai
Assi nahin, sau din duniya ghooma hai
Naahi kaahe tere jaisa koi nahin

Main gaya jahan bhi, bas teri yaadh thi
Jo mere saath thi mujhko tadpa thi rulati
Sab se pyaari teri soorat
Pyaar hai bas tera, pyaar hi
Maa tujhe salaam, maa tujhe salaam
Amma tujhe salaam

Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram

Janam janam thera hoon deewana main
Jhoomoon naachoon gaaoon tere pyaar ka taraana main
Chanda nahi suraj nahi duniya ki daulat nhi bas lootunga
tere pyaar ka khazaana
Ek nazar jab teri hoti hai pyaar ki
Duniya tab to meri chamke damke maheke re
Tera chehra sooraj jaisa chaand si thand hai pyaar mein

Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram

Tere paas hi main aa raha hoon
Apni baahein khol de
Zor se mujhko gale laga le
Mujhko phir voh pyaar de
Tu hi zindagi hai, tu hi meri mohabbat hai
Tere hi pairon mein jannat hai
Tu hi dil, tu jaan, amma

Maa tujhe salaam, maa tujhe salaam
Amma tujhe salaam, maa tujhe salaam
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram

A poignant tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives during the Indo-Pak war of 1971, this song is a heartfelt homage to their bravery and sacrifice.

Sung by Manna Dey, this song reflects the deep love for the homeland and the longing of expatriates for their native land.

This song from the movie “The Legend of Bhagat Singh” pays tribute to the revolutionary spirit of Shaheed Bhagat Singh and his comrades.

Lyrics

Mera rang de basanti chola mera rang de basanti chola
O mera rang de basanti chola mera rang de basanti chola
Oh aaj rang de oh maye rang de mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Tera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Maye rang de basanti chola

Azadi ko chali bihani deewano ke toliyaa
Azadi ko chali bihani deewano ke toliyaa
Khoon se apne likh denge hum inqulaab ke boliyaan
Hum wapas lautenge lekar azadi ka tola
Mera rang de
O mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Maye rang de basanti chola

Ye woh chola hai ke jis pe rang chade na duja
Ye woh chola hai ke jis pe rang chade na duja
Hum ne to bachpan se ke thi es chole ke pooja
Kaltak jo chingari thi woh aaj bani hai shola
Mera rang de
O mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Oh aaj rang de oh maye rang de
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola

Mera rang de basanti chola mera rang de basanti chola
Mera rang de basanti chola mera rang de basanti chola

Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola

Sapne mein dekha tha jis ko aaj wohi din aaya hai
Sapne mein dehka tha jis ko aaj wohi din aaya hai
Suli ke uspaar khadi hai maa me humme bulaya hai
Aaj maut ke pallede mein jeevan ko humne tola
Mera rang de
Mera rang de basanti chola mera rang de basanti chola
Mera rang de basanti chola mera rang de basanti chola
Oh aaj rang de oh maye rang de
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Mera rangde basanti chola
Maye rang de basanti chola

A motivational song that encourages citizens to stand up for their rights and embrace their responsibilities towards the nation.

This song, sung by Shanti Mathur, captures the innocence of a child’s patriotism and highlights the role of youth in building the nation.

From the movie “Border,” this song emotionally portrays the pain and longing of soldiers stationed at the border, away from their families.

Lyrics

Hoho…

Sandese aate hain, hame tadpate hain
Toh chitthee aati hai, toh puchhe jati hai
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin yeh ghar suna suna hai

Kisi dilwali ne, kisi matwali ne
Hame khat likkha hai, kee hamse puchha hai
Kisi kee sanso ne, kisi kee dhadkan ne
Kisi kee chudi ne, kisi ke kangan ne
Kisi ke kajre ne, kisi ke gajre ne
Mahekti subaho ne, machalti shamo, ne
Akeli rato ne, adhuri bato ne
Tarasti baho ne, aur puchha hai tarsi nighaho ne
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin yeh dil suna suna hai

Sandese aate hain, hame tadpate hain
Toh chitthee aati hai, toh puchhe jati hai
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin yeh ghar suna suna hai

Mohabbatwalo ne, hamare yaro ne
Hame yeh likkha hai, ke hamse puchha hai
Hamare gao ne, aam kee chaanvo ne
Purane pipal ne, baraste badal ne
Khet khaliayano ne, hare maidano ne
Basanti belo ne, jhumti belo ne
Lachakte jhulo ne, behekte phulo ne
Chatakti kaliyo ne, aur puchha hain gao kee galiyo ne
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin gaon suna suna hai

Sandese aate hain, hame tadpate hain
Toh chitthee aati hai, toh puchhe jati hai
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin yeh ghar suna suna hai

Oh oh oh………….

Kabhee ek mamta kee, pyar kee ganga kee
Woh chitthee aati hai, sath woh lati hai
Mere din bachpan ke, khel woh aangan ke
Woh saya aanchal kaa, woh tika kajal kaa
Woh lori rato me woh narmi hatho me
Woh chahat aankho me woh chinta bato me
Bigadna upar se mohabbat andar se
Kare woh devi ma, yahi har khat me puchhe meree ma
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin aangan suna suna hai

Sandese aate hain, hame tadpate hain
Toh chitthee aati hai, toh puchhe jati hai
Ke ghar kab aaoge, ke ghar kab aaoge
Likho kab aaoge, kee tum bin yeh ghar suna suna hai

Oh oh ho………
Ai gujrane wali hawa bata, mera itna kam karegi kya
Mere ganv jaa mere dosto mo salam de
Meree ganv me hai jo woh gali, jahan rehti hai meree dilruba
Use mere pyar kaa jam de
Wahi thodee dur hai ghar mera, mera ghar me hai meree budhi ma
Mere ma ke pairo ko chhuke, use usake bete kaa nam de
Ai gujrane wali hawa jara, mere dosto, meree dilruba
Meree maa ko mera paiyam de, unhe jake tu yeh paigam de

Mai wapas aaunga, mai wapas aaunga
Phir apne gao me, usiki chao me
Kee ma ke aanchal se, ganv ke pipal se
Kisike kajal se, kiya jo wada tha woh nibhaunga
Mai ek din aaoonga

A soul-stirring track from the movie “Swades,” this song beautifully portrays the sense of belonging and the realization that one’s roots lie in their homeland.

Lyrics

Yeh jo des hai tera, swades hai tera
Tujhe hai pukara
Yeh woh bandhan hai jo kabhi toot nahin sakta

Yeh jo des hai tera, swades hai tera
Tujhe hai pukara
Yeh woh bandhan hai jo kabhi toot nahin sakta

Mitti ki hai jo khushboo, tu kaise bhulayega
Tu chahe kahin jayeh, tu laut ke aayega
Nayee-nayee raho mein, dabi-dabi aaho mein
Khoyeh-khoyeh dil se tere koi yeh kahega
Yeh jo des hai tera, swades hai tera
Tujhe hai pukara
Yeh woh bandhan hai jo kabhi toot nahin sakta

Tujhse zindagi hai yeh kah rahi
Sab to pa liya, ab hai kya kami
Yun to sare sukh hai barse, par door tu hai apne ghar se
Aa laut chal tu ab deewane, jahan koi to tujhe apna mane
Aawaz de tujhe bulane, wohi des
Yeh jo des hai tera, swades hai tera
Tujhe hai pukara
Yeh woh bandhan hai jo kabhi toot nahin sakta

Yeh pal hai wohi, jismein hain chhupi
Poori ik sadi, sari zindagi
Tu na pooch raaste mein kahe, aaye hain is tarah dorahe
Tu hi to hai raah jo sujhayeh, tu hi to hai ab jo yeh batayeh
Jaye to kis disha mein jaye, wohi des
Yeh jo des hai tera, swades hai tera
Tujhe hai pukara
Yeh woh bandhan hai jo kabhi toot nahin sakta

Reflecting on the unity in diversity that India stands for, this song celebrates the rich heritage of the country.

From the movie “Raazi,” this song captures the spirit of sacrifice and dedication of Indian spies who risk their lives for the nation.

Expressing love and devotion to the nation, this song emphasizes that India is more valuable than life itself.

Lyrics

Bharat humko jaan se pyaaraa hai
Sabase nyaaraa gulistaan hamara hai
Bharat humko jaan se pyaaraa hai
Sabase nyaaraa gulistaan hamara hai

Sadiyon se Bharat bhuumi duniyaa ki shaan hai
Bharat maan ki rakshaa mein jeevan qurbaan hai
Bharat humko jaan se pyaara hai
Sabase nyaaraa gulistaan hamaaraa hai

Ujade nahin apanaa chaman
Tute nahn apanaa watan
Gumraah na karde koi
Barabaad naa karade koi
Mandir yahaan, Masjid yahaan
Hindu yahaan Muslim yahaan
Milate rahe ham pyaar se
Jaago…..

Hindustani naam hamara hai
Sabase pyaaraa desh hamara hai
Hindustaani naam hamara hai
Sabase pyaaraa desh hamara hai

Janmabhuumi hai hamari shaan se kahenge hum
Sabh to bhaai bhaai pyaar se rahenge ham
Hindustaani naam hamara hai
Sabase pyaaraa desh hamara hai

Assam se Gujarat tak
Bengal se Maharashtra tak
Jaati kai – dhun ek hai
Bhasha kai – sure ek hai
Kashmir se Madras tak
Keh do sabhi ham ek hain
Aawaaz do ham ek hain

Jagoo………..

A song that echoes the fiery spirit of revolutionaries during the struggle for independence, motivating generations to keep the flame of patriotism alive.

Lyrics

Yahan vahan saara jahan dekh liya hai
Kahin bhi tere jaisa koi nahi hai
Assi nahin, sau din duniya ghooma hai
Naahi kaahe tere jaisa koi nahin

Main gaya jahan bhi, bas teri yaadh thi
Jo mere saath thi mujhko tadpa thi rulati
Sab se pyaari teri soorat
Pyaar hai bas tera, pyaar hi
Maa tujhe salaam, maa tujhe salaam
Amma tujhe salaam

Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram

Janam janam thera hoon deewana main
Jhoomoon naachoon gaaoon tere pyaar ka taraana main
Chanda nahi suraj nahi duniya ki daulat nhi bas lootunga
tere pyaar ka khazaana
Ek nazar jab teri hoti hai pyaar ki
Duniya tab to meri chamke damke maheke re
Tera chehra sooraj jaisa chaand si thand hai pyaar mein

Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram

Tere paas hi main aa raha hoon
Apni baahein khol de
Zor se mujhko gale laga le
Mujhko phir voh pyaar de
Tu hi zindagi hai, tu hi meri mohabbat hai
Tere hi pairon mein jannat hai
Tu hi dil, tu jaan, amma

Maa tujhe salaam, maa tujhe salaam
Amma tujhe salaam, maa tujhe salaam
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram, Vande Mataram

This song’s heartfelt lyrics celebrate the beauty and bounties of India’s land while inspiring a sense of duty to protect it.

Lyrics

Mere desh ki dharti…
Mere desh ki dharti, sona ugle, ugle heere moti
Mere desh ki dharti
Mere desh ki dharti

Mere desh ki dharti, sona ugle, ugle heere moti
Mere desh ki dharti
Mere desh ki dharti

Aa..aa..aa..aa..
Ho..ho..ho..ho..

Bailon ke gale mein jab ghunghru
Jeevan ka raag sunate hain
Jeevan ka raag sunate hain
Ghum kos door ho jata hai
Khushiyon ke kamal muskaate hain
Khushiyon ke kamal muskaate hain
Ho ho ….

Sun ke rahat ki aawaajein
Sun ke rahat ki aawaajein
Yun lage kahin shehnaayi baje
Yun lage kahin shehnaayi baje
Aate hi mast baharon ke
Dulhan ki tarah har khet saje
Dulhan ki tarah har khet saje

Mere desh ki dharti…
Mere desh ki dharti, sona ugle, ugle heere moti
Mere desh ki dharti
Mere desh ki dharti

Jab chalte hain is dharti pe hal
Mamta angdaiyaan leti hai
Mamta angdaiyaan leti hai
Kyon na pooje is maati ko
Jo jeevan ka sukh deti hai
Jo jeevan ka sukh deti hai
Ho ho….
Is dharti pe jisne janam liya
Is dharti pe jisne janam liya
Usne hi paya pyaar tera
Usne hi paya pyaar tera
Yahan apna paraya koi nahi
Hain sab pe maa upkaar tera
Hain sab pe maa upkaar tera

Mere desh ki dharti…
Mere desh ki dharti, sona ugle, ugle heere moti
Mere desh ki dharti
Mere desh ki dharti

Ye baag hain Gautam, Nanak ka
Khilte hain aman ke phool yahaan
Khilte hain aman ke phool yahaan
Gandhi, Subhash..
Gandhi, Subhash, Tagore, Tilak
Aise hain chaman ke phool yahaan
Aise hain chaman ke phool yahaan

Rang hara Hari Singh Nalve se
Rang laal hain Lal Bahadur se
Rang bana basanti Bhagat Singh
Rang aman ka veer Jawahar se

Mere desh ki dharti…
Mere desh ki dharti, sona ugle, ugle heere moti
Mere desh ki dharti
Mere desh ki dharti

Mere desh ki dharti, sona ugle, ugle heere moti
Mere desh ki dharti

Mere desh ki dharti

FAQs: Indian Independence Day Songs

Patriotic songs hold the power to awaken a sense of national pride and unity among citizens. They remind us of the sacrifices made by our forefathers and inspire us to contribute positively to our country.

Absolutely. These songs continue to resonate with people of all ages as they encapsulate timeless emotions of love, sacrifice, and patriotism that remain relevant throughout generations.

Yes, most of these songs are available on various music streaming platforms and video-sharing websites, allowing you to listen and immerse yourself in the patriotic spirit.

Yes, contemporary artists are continually composing new patriotic songs that reflect current issues and sentiments, ensuring that the tradition of expressing love for the country through music remains alive.

Organizing events, sharing these songs on social media, and discussing their historical and emotional significance can help introduce the younger generation to the beauty of Indian patriotic songs.

Conclusion

Indian patriotic songs are more than just music; they are a reflection of the collective pride, identity, and spirit of a nation. From the haunting melodies of “Vande Mataram” to the uplifting verses of “Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon,” these songs continue to evoke powerful emotions and serve as a reminder of the indomitable spirit of India. Let us celebrate our rich musical heritage and the unwavering love we hold for our motherland.