Pakistani Drama Songs play a huge part in the impact that the drama makes. The Pakistani Drama Song or OST of any drama also serves as an introduction to the subject because the lyrics are pretty much related to the story and tell a tale in a precise manner. Pakistani drama OST’s have always been popular and are well received by the drama viewers. These drama OSTs are always soulful with beautiful music, melodious playback singing and meaningful lyrics. This is the reason why these OST’s become a part of playlists and are listened by a wide majority of people. Producers also make sure to pick the best OST’s that will bring their dramas the attention they deserve.
In the past few years, there have been so many beautiful Pakistani drama songs that impressed one and all.
Let’s take a look at the best OSTs of Pakistani Dramas that we came across in from 2015 to 2020.
Best Drama Songs of 2015
The year 2015 wasn’t the best in terms of the kind of dramas, the viewers got to watch on different channels. Even then there were a few OSTs that were soulful and melodious.
Alvida
Singer: Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: Imran Raza
Alvida was a popular drama that had interesting twists and turns. Alvida’s OST was different from others. It had beautiful lyrics and the composer Sahir Ali Bagga did complete justice to them. Shafqat Amanat Ali’s soulful voice made it even more magical.
Mera Naam Yousuf Hei
Singers: Rizwan Anwar, Imran Abbas, Saad Sultan
Composer: Saad Sultan
Lyricist: Saad Sultan
Mera Naam Yousuf Hei was a powerful love story and much more. The moving and mesmerizing OST of the drama went well with its theme. It is the kind of OST you can listen to on repeat.
Tum Mere Pass Raho
Singer: Zeb Bangash
Composer: Waqar Ali
Lyricist: Sabir Zafar
A soothing, catchy and relatively sad OST, definitely one of the best from 2015. It was loved by the viewers.
Diyar-e-Dil
Singers: Zeb Bangash and Momin Durani
Composer: Shani Irshad
Lyricist: Sabir Zafar
Diyar-e-Dil’s OST was just as brilliant as the drama itself. This OST contributed to adding to the beauty of the drama itself since it suited the situations perfectly.
Gul-e-Rana
Singer: Waqar Ali
Composer: Waqar Ali
Lyricist: S.K Khalish
Gul-e-Rana was a hit drama of 2015 which got a lot of love from the viewers. The melodious OST of the drama became popular, it showed Waqar Ali’s outstanding skills as a musician.
Best Drama Songs of 2016
In 2016 just like 2015, Hum was leading as far as OSTs were concerned although the competition was really tough between all the channels.
Sang-e-Mar Mar
Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: Imran Raza
Sang-e-Mar Mar was a huge hit because of its unconventional and appealing storyline. The OST was haunting and heartfelt. The lyrics and composition of this OST made it a real winner. And who better to sing it than Rahat Fateh Ali Khan.
Udaari
Singers: Hadiqa Kiyani and Farhan Saeed
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricists: Sahir Ali Bagga
Sahir Ali Bagga is pure genius and the beautiful voices of both the singers made this OST even more appealing. This was without a doubt the best OST of 2016.
Zara Yaad Kar
Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar
Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar usually writes the lyrics for the OST of his dramas himself which is why most often these lyrics are just as powerful as the dramas he writes. Zara Yaad Kar’s beautiful OST was bound to be the best since the top people in the field were behind it.
Mann Mayal
Singer: Qurat-ul-Ain Baloch and Shuja Haider
Composer: Shuja Haider
Lyricist: Shuja Haider
Mann Mayal as a drama got mixed response from the viewers but its OST was definitely emotional and melodious.
Dhaani
Singer: Zammad Baig and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Composer: Saad Sultan
Lyricist: Zammad Baig
Dhaani’s OST is so catchy that if you listen to it once, you are bound to listen to it again. The lyrics are unconventional and the tune is captivating.
Best Drama Songs of 2017
Like every other year in 2017 as well there were some incredible OSTs which were a reflection of the
Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hei
Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar
Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hei’s OST made many cry because of the soulful lyrics and also because of the story of the drama itself. This was another superbly written and composed OST which was sung by one of the best singers in Pakistan.
O Rangreza
Singer: Sahir Ali Bagga and Sajal Ali
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: Saji Gul
O Rangreza was one of the most followed dramas on Hum which kept the viewers entertained for many weeks. It had the most uplifting and memorable OST.
Yakeen Ka Safar
Singer: Hadiqa Kiyani
Composer: Waqar Ali
Lyricist: Naseer Turabi
Yakeen Ka Safar’s OST had the most meaningful lyrics which were completely in sync with the main theme of the drama. Hadiqa Kiyani sung it so well and made it unforgettable.
Muqabil
Singer: Shani Arshad
Composer: Shani Arshad
Lyricist: Sabir Zafar
Muqabil’s OST was just as haunting and dark as its main theme but it had a special appeal which made it the best OST of 2017.
Baaghi
Singer: Shuja Haider
Composer: Shuja Haider
Lyricist: Sabir Zafar
Baaghi was based on the real-life story of social media sensation Qandeel Baloch. It had a mesmerizing OST which was loved by the viewers.
Best Drama Songs of 2018
So many good dramas aired in the year 2018 and their OSTs were equally amazing. The singers and composers surely put their heart and soul into making these OSTs outstanding.
Khaani
Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: S.K.Khalish and Sahir Ali Bagga
Khaani was one of the most popular dramas of 2018. It also had the most appealing OST which definitely deserves to be heard over and over again.
Suno Chanda
Singer: Farhan Saeed
Composer: Naveed Nashad
Lyricist: Aehsun Talish
Suno Chanda was a Ramazan special drama that got so popular that a sequel was also shown in the coming year. Suno Chanda won the viewers over immediately. It has an old feel to it.
Khudgarz
Singers: Sahir Ali Bagga and Aima Baig
Composer: Sahir Ali Bagga
Lyricist: Sahir Ali Bagga
Khudgarz was another quality drama of 2018 with a powerful OST. This was another masterpiece by Sahir Ali Bagga. It is the kind of song that actually speaks to you.
Aangan
Singers: Farhan Saeed and Naveed Nashad
Composer: Naveed Nashad
Lyricist: Imran Raza
Aangan’s OST was also magical and soulful. It has beautiful composition and lyrics which are spell-binding.
Aakhri Station
Singers: Tahira Syed and Roshaneh Zafar ft. Shabana Azmi
Composer: Arshad Mehmood
Lyricist: Amjad Islam Amjad
Aakhri Stations OST was definitely the best of all since it was so meaningful. It was the kind of OST that literally speaks to you. Tahira Syed sang after such a long time and she definitely chose such a meaningful song to lend her voice to.
Best Drama Songs of 2019
Do Bol
Singers: Nabeel Shaukat and Aima Baig
Composer: Naveed Naushad
Lyricists: Naveed Naushad and Imran Raza
Do Bol’s OST got the fame and recognition which few OSTs got in 2019. This popularity also went to show the significance of these soundtracks.
Ranjha Ranjha Kardi
Singers: Rahma Ali Muqaddaran and Sania
Composer: Sami Khan
Lyricist: Sami Khan
Ranjha Ranjha Kardi’s OST was just as mesmerizing as the drama itself. It also added more value to some of the scenes.
Meer Abru
Singers: Ahmed Jahanzaib and Adnan Dhol
Composer: Ahmed Jahanzib
Lyricist: Ahmed Jahanzaib
Meer Abru was one of the most entertaining dramas of 2019 and it had an OST which was liked by many for obvious reasons.
Cheekh
Singer: Asrar
Composer: Asrar
Lyricist: Sabir Zafar
Cheekh was another Pakistani drama the OST of which was liked by the viewers a lot. It was also an unconventional and appealing OST.
![Cheekh [Full OST] Singer: Asrar | ARY Digital](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jyWixr9kH_A/hqdefault.jpg "Pakistani Drama Songs - Best Ones from 2015 to 2020")
Yaariyan
Singer: Nabeel Shaukat
Composer: Naveed Nashad
Lyricist: Qamar Nashad
Yaariyan was a hit drama which ruled the rating charts for weeks. Yaariyan’s OST was also one of the OSTs that can be heard repeatedly.
Best Drama Songs of 2020
2020 has only started but we have already watched so many wonderful dramas with beautiful OSTs.
Alif
Singers: Shuja Haider and Momina Mustehsan
Composer and Lyricist: Shuja Haider
Alif had a different subject and appeal. The OST of the drama therefore represented just that too.
Mere Pass Tum Ho
Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Composer: Naveed Naushad
Lyricist: Khalil ur Rehman Qamar
Mere Pass Tum Ho was the biggest hit this year. The theme song of the play was just as impactful as the drama.
Ehd-e-Wafa
Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Composer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Lyricist: Imran Raza
Ehd-e-Wafa’s initial OST did not have the same appeal which its second OST had. This was definitely the kind of song which went well with the theme of the drama in the later stage.
Sabaat
Singer: Ali Sethi
Composer: Naveed Nashad
Lyricist: Kashif Anwar
Sabaat’s OST is meaningful and it has been sung so beautifully. Great vocals and lyrics make it the best in this list.
Ishq Zahe Naseeb
Singer and Composer: Naveed Naushad
Lyricist: Hashim Nadeem
Ishq Zahe Naseeb’s OST has the same beautiful and haunting feel to it as the drama itself. Naveed Naushad’s grip on the vocals is impressive.
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