A. R. Rahman is an angel born on Earth. He is a singer, composer, and an amazing human being. Rahman is the maestro of music, with multiple honors (2 Oscars included) and a voice that makes every soul throb, but we don’t have to tell you that, do we? There is hardly anyone who hasn’t heard or sung his songs; we simply want to hear his live performances, which showcase the abilities that make him who he is!

Even though we don’t understand the words, we stand fascinated in a live performance in Chennai, listening to Mustafa Mustafa. Such is Rahman’s clout.

Muqabala is a song we’ve heard thousands of times, yet it never loses its radiance when delivered by Rahman’s beautiful voice.

Again, music transcends linguistic barriers, as Rahman demonstrates with Uyire Uyire (originally sung by Hariharan).

Ranbir Kapoor may be the Rockstar on screen, but Rahman’s admirers confirm at this Rockstar Concert that they will always be smitten by his voice.

What if Rahman sings both Jai Ho and a musical melody? Isn’t it twice as much fun?

The charm of Enna Sona is only enhanced by Rahman’s voice, which puts all of the superstars in a trance.

Our National Anthem has a distinct impact on each Indian, but when it’s in Rahman’s voice? Absolute, undeniable magic.

Khwaja Mere Khwaja is the quintessential Sufi song, and Rahman’s voice adds that extra oomph that takes the song to a higher spiritual level.

Dil Se is everyone’s favorite, but hearing it live lets us forget about SRK and his windblown hair.

A young Rahman dazzles the audience with a version of Maa Tujhe Salaam, and his enthusiasm for the art is palpable.