MUMBAI: Holi seems incomplete without dancing to the tunes of Holi songs. Although Bollywood has typically portrayed the mood of Holi from time to time, the folk touch is something we need to try this year to enhance our Holi celebrations.

Here is our list of Holi folk songs you can definitely ask your DJ to play.

Holi Khele Raghuveera- Old folk Bhojpuri

No Holi celebration can be complete without the famous Amitabh Bachchan number ’Holi Khele Raghuveera, Awadh Mein’ from the film ‘Baghbaan’. The song has become the Holi anthem of India, which is originally a Bhojpuri folk song and the oldest Holi song in public conscious.

Holiya Me Ude Re Gulal- Main Naa Pahenu Thari Chunari

This Rajasthani folk song sung by Ila Arun is one of its kind. A typical folk song with a twist of catchy lyrics and peppy music, it is a must for any Holi party.

Aaj Biraj Mein Hori Re Rasiya- Kanhaiya Hori Khelne Aaya

Well, not in a mood to dance then swing along in the Holi celebrations with this traditional folk song. Banwari Maharaj, a ‘bhajan’ singer sung this number and will compel you to chant the same, setting the mirthful Holi mood.

Mami Gave Faganwala Geet, Rajasthani Folk Song

Groove your feet to another Rajasthani folk song from our list. Different singers recreate this song many times. We recommend you the following version sung by Sarita Kharwal.

Aaya Holi Ka Tyohar- Naya Lifafa

Who can forget the jaunty track ‘Hat Ja Tau’ from the album Naya Lifafa. The Haryanvi track from the same album can do wonders for the festival of colours. Haryanvi Singer Vikas Kumar is the voice behind the song.