MUMBAI: AR Rahman is one music genius who has maximum number of patriotic songs. On the occasion of Independence Day, Radioandmusic.com brings you the top patriotic tracks composed by the Mozart of Madras.

Maa Tujhe Salaam: Who can forget this song that was not picturised, featured an actor or was made for any film, apart from Rahman’s own album. The song composed by Rahman portrays the spirit of national integration. The lyrics by Mehboob and the vocals of Rahman, makes this song one of the most heart touching tracks.

Bharat Humko Jaan Se Pyaara Hai: The song from Roja, literally gives you goose bumps. The song describes the patriotic feeling of a true Indian leaving behind caste, religion and language. The track is sung by Hariharan and the lyrics are penned by PK Mishra.

Desh Mere Desh Mere: The track from the film ‘ The Legend of Bhagat Singh’ is based on the situation when Bhagat Singh, Raj Guru, Sukhdev and their other mates are on the verge of starting their fight against the English. The lyrics are penned by Sameer and the track is sung by AR. Rahman and Sukhwinder Singh.

Sarfaroshi Ki Tammana: This song from the movie ‘The Legend of Bhagat Singh’ is a remake of the old patriotic song ‘Sarfaroshi Ki Tammana’. The song is based on the situation when Bhagat Singh tries to motivate his friend in jail during their fast until death. The poem was originally written by Ram Prasad Bismil, but for this film the lyrics are altered. The track is sung by Sonu Nigam.

Yeh Jo Desh Hai Mera: The song from the movie ‘Swades’, leaves you awestruck the song is picturised on a Non Resident Indian scientist who returns to the US and reminisces his visit to India. The lyrics are penned by Javed Akhtar and the vocals are rendered by AR Rahman.

Chale Chalo: This track from ‘Lagaan’ is based on a situation when Aamir Khan motivates his team mates to train hard in order to defeat the British in a cricket match. The lyrics are penned by Javed Akhtar.

Mangal Pandey title track: The title track of the film ‘Mangal Pandey’ is yet another call for an uprising against the British, the film is based on the national hero Mangal Pandey who shot a British officer.