10 Bollywood Songs to Celebrate Father’s Day!❤️
Let’s be honest, most of us have no clue how to say what we feel to our dads. It’s either too cheesy, too awkward, or just never the right time. But music? Music can do the talking.
Father’s Day isn’t just a day to buy a mug that says “World’s Best Dad.” It’s a nudge, to remember the quiet strength, the unspoken support, the bad jokes, the shoulder we don’t always appreciate. And this playlist? It’s for that version of your dad. Whether he’s a softie at heart or the “main hoon na” kind.
🎧 Fun fact: Father’s Day wasn’t really a thing in India till the 90s. It picked up with the rise of FM radio, MTV, and the “dedicate a song” era. Suddenly, dads were getting dedications on Sunday afternoons!
So here are 10 songs, not just to listen to, but to perform, dedicate, and relive. Get ready to laugh, cry, and maybe even hug your dad (yes, really).
1. Papa Kehte Hain – Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988)
A classic. A rite of passage. Every '80s kid’s anthem. The twist? It's not from the dad's POV, it's a son imagining what his dad thinks. Pure desi overthinking!
Try this as karaoke, cheesy moves and all. Dad will love it.
2. Dilbaro – Raazi (2018)
A daughter leaving home, looking back at her father. Based on a Kashmiri folk song “Khanmoj koor,” it’s soft, poetic, and hits right in the feels.
Prep a solo or father-daughter dance, it’s a show-stealer.
3. Pitah Se Hai Naam Tera – Boss (2013)
An underrated gem. It’s about identity, pride, and carrying your father’s name, not just literally, but in your actions.
Perform this unplugged try to sing with ukulele. Raw, no frills, just heart.
4. Papa Mere Papa – Main Aisa Hi Hoon (2005)
This one's a sob-fest. The film had Ajay Devgn as an autistic dad. The song? A child singing directly to her father.
Learn and perform this live on guitar, it's a hug in song form.
5. Papa Meri Jaan – Animal (2023)
Not your usual soft number. It’s intense, powerful, and talks about a love that’s equal parts pain and protection.
Play this on guitar or keyboard, let the silence after the song do the talking.
6. Kal Ki Hi Baat Hai – Chhichhore (2019)
Not technically a Father’s Day song, but a perfect throwback to childhood, mistakes, growth, all things dads quietly watch us go through.
Pair this with an old photo slideshow or childhood home video and record a song in your voice and play it in the background or simply play guitar for the music.
7. Akele Hum Akele Tum – Akele Hum Akele Tum (1995)
Inspired by Kramer vs. Kramer, this song captures the emotional weight of single parenting. Raw and real.
Learn this on piano, it’s beautiful and simple to play.
8. Meri Duniya Tu Hi Re – Heyy Babyy (2007)
A lullaby of a song. A dad singing to his newborn. Soft, loving, full of warmth, like those quiet bedtime stories.
Sing this live or with minimal keyboard accompaniment. Works great even as a group.
9. Pappa Toh Band Bajaye – Housefull 2 (2012)
For all the goofy, dramatic, over-the-top dads, this one’s a total banger. Equal parts comedy and chaos.
Choreograph a full family performance, or perform solo!
10. Papa – Akhil Sachdeva (2020)
Released around Father’s Day, this one feels deeply personal. A grown-up child looking back with love, guilt, and newfound understanding.
Record a video of your performance and send it to dad. Simple. Pure.
Happy Father’s Day!❤️
Forget forwarding a Happy Father’s Day WhatsApp message. Instead, do something. Pick a song, sing it, dance to it, play it, and make your dad’s day unforgettable.
❤️ Want help learning any of these songs? Join Spardha’s 1:1 music classes, guitar, vocals or ukulele. We’ll help you make this surprise perfect. Book a free trial class today!