The veteran music composer has passed away. The musician was admitted in the ICU on August 15, due to infection in lungs, and remained in a critical condition. Today, the heartbreaking news came in as India's favourite music composer passed away. Mohammed Zahur Khayyam, known as Khayyam popularly, was one of the most successful artists in the Indian film industry. His contribution to art on Indian landscapes is unparalleled. With his songs, Khayyam has inspired pretty much all the musicians in India from the generations after him. And we are sure that even the coming generations will continue to feel the magic of his songs and get inspired.

As a mark of respect to the monumentally talented Khayyam, we are going to list down just a few songs from his diverse and vast discography. These are the songs that are proof that his work will remain irreplaceable in the industry and in the hearts of his fans. He will be missed. Khayyam Dies at 92: PM Narendra Modi Condoles Death of Veteran Music Composer.

Here are 5 songs by Khayyam you should listen to

Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein

This song has a certain melancholy embedded deep into its melody. Despite being a romantic number, this one has the potential to move you to tears. What a terrific masterpiece.

In Aankhon Ki Masti Mein

This song from the film Umrao Jaan is the peak of Khayyam's talent. The aura that this song creates will fill you with an unexplainable pain and joy at the same time.

Aaja Re Oo Mere Dilbar Aaja

What a hauntingly beautiful melody. It is probably Khayyam's trademark how he manages to render songs that can make you tear up despite the melody being upbeat.

Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar Hun

For all the aspiring shayars out there, listen to this number. It will speak to your soul.

Kab Yaad Mein Tera Saath Nahin

As if Faiz Ahmed Faiz's poetry was not melancholic enough, Khayyam's music has made it even more beautiful. The soul-stirring words of Faiz have been beautifully composed by Khayyam to perfection.

Khayyam legacy will live on in this world as long as time exists. His music will keep on inspiring generations for millennia. His art could never be replaced. He will be missed dearly. Rest in peace, Khayyam.

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