Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa by Shreya Ghoshal

Shreya Ghoshal has delivered memorable performances before, but Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa sits comfortably among the very best. Behind the melody is the work of Amit Trivedi, whose composition choices give Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa its distinctive texture.

The vocal on Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa is among the better performances Shreya Ghoshal has committed to record. On screen, a talented ensemble cast bring the emotional world of the song to life in a way that enhances rather than competes with the music.

2012 was a strong year for Hindi music, and Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa was among the reasons why. Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa is the song for the end of a long day when you want music that understands something without being asked to explain it.

In 5:17 minutes, Mahek Bhi - Aiyyaa builds, opens up, and resolves in a way that feels complete rather than truncated. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.