O Saathi - Shab by Arijit Singh

O Saathi - Shab is the kind of song that earns its place in a playlist and then refuses to leave. Arijit Singh, Mithoon sets the tone from the very first bar — it is clear from the opening notes that this song means business.

The voice of Arijit Singh carries O Saathi - Shab effortlessly, which is the highest compliment a song can give its singer. The story told by a talented ensemble cast in Shab finds its musical expression here — O Saathi - Shab is where the film's heart beats loudest.

2017 was a strong year for Hindi music, and O Saathi - Shab was among the reasons why. Whether it plays on a long drive, during a quiet evening at home, or through earphones on a crowded commute, the song meets the listener where they are.

At 4:46, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.