Asha Bhosle, one of the Bollywood music industry's most varied vocal giants, passed away at the age of 92. Here's a look at the singing legend's colourful life, her musical journey over the years, and how she overcame her sister Lata Mangeshkar's shadow to become one of Indipop's queens.

Asha Bhosle was born in 1933 to parents who were well-known classical vocalists. Every one of her siblings was a singer. She began her career as a young artist before deciding to become a singer.

Asha Bhosle performed some of the most iconic classic Bollywood songs, including Aaiye Meherban, Isharon Isharon Mein, Mohabbat Cheez Hai Kya, Ude Jab Jab Zufein Teri, and others under the guidance of music director OP Nayayyar. However, Dum Maaro Dum, which was written by R. D. Burman and performed by Asha, remained one of the top songs in Hindi cinema history. 

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‘Queen Of Indipop’

Asha Bhosle was dubbed the 'queen of Indipop' for both her lengthy Bollywood career and her enormous contribution to non-film pop music. She has an incredible vocal range and has never stuck to a single genre, which is what makes her so unique. She was able to carve out her place and own it like a queen, thanks to her distinction. She sang in a variety of genres, including folk, classical, qawwalis, and Rabindra Sangeet, in addition to Old Bollywood tunes.

With albums like Jaanam Samjha Karo, Asha Bhosle transformed Indian pop music. She has recorded thousands of songs in more than 20 languages.

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With contemporary music directors like Bappi Lahiri, A. R. Rahman, and Anu Malik, Asha Bhosle was one of the few musicians who stood her ground and produced numerous excellent songs. She collaborated on numerous albums with well-known musicians, including Adnan Sami, Jagjit Singh, and Gulzar, among others. She collaborated with musicians from across the world, such as Boy George, Michael Stipe, and Sarah Brightman, due to her taste for novelty. 

In acknowledgement of her exceptional efforts, Asha Bhosle was given the Padma Vibhushan in 2008 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2000.