Got a date with your Valentine and don’t know what to give, or don’t know how to spend it? Gift a CD of love songs or a DVD of the greatest Romantic movies ever. Music and Movies after all are a powerful tool, especially when it comes to setting the mood for love this Valentine’s Day.

Here is a list of the toppers when it comes to music and movies. If you don't see your favorite song or movie on the list, it doesn’t mean it’s not one of the best, it’s just that you have your own reason for it being so special. You can always write in and tell us. We're always interested in your feedback.

We hope you enjoy our list and enjoy listening to the music or watching the movies. Have a Happy Valentine’s Day and happy dating to you all.

TOP TEN ENGLISH LOVE SONGS

1) I Will Always Love You - Dolly Parton (1973)

Dolly Parton’s bittersweet goodbye and thank-you ballad, which was later part of "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" soundtrack and also covered by Whitney Houston for the OST ‘Bodyguard’ is one of the best love songs.

2) Just the Way You Are – Billy Joel (1977)

Love the person for what he or she is and not the material things. This love classic was written as a birthday gift for Billy Joel's wife.

3) Love me for a Reason – Boyzone (1994)

Johnnie Bristol who sang the orignal still pulls the magic from the Osmonds and Boyzone. The song in all versions has caught on well for its meaningful lyrics and catchy tune.

4) You’re still the one – Shania Twain (1997)

The song won two Grammys and is still one of the most played tracks at wedding celebrations, sung by Canadian songstress who seems to have disappeared altogether.

5) You’ve got a friend – Michael Jackson (1973)

The Carole King hit is the best example to play if it’s all over. You can still be friends, what say? The sweet voice of little Michael before puberty is just too good.

6) Nothing else Matters – Metallica. (2006).

Metallica’s James Hetfield risked his credibility to attempt his first love song, it’s an unabashedly romantic salute to finding your soul mate.

 7) Have you ever really loved a woman - Bryan Adams (1995)

The Canadian heartthrob with guitar and low vocals speaks his heart out and makes that special love know he means right.

8) I want you, I need you, I love you – Elvis (1968)

Few songs capture the moment of pledging deep undying love so well.This song from the pelvic thrusting, leg shaking pioneer Elvis, should make your love just fall in your arms, that is of course, if her dad doesn’t let the ‘Hound dog’ for you.

9) The one that you love – Air Supply (1981)

Air Supply’s timeless song of love talks being there always for the one you love.

10) Sexual Healing – Marvin Gaye (1973)

The big daddy of blues, produces a 70s romantic song that has sexual overtones and soft beats are just the right dose for a cozy session.

TOP TEN HINDI LOVE SONGS

1) Ho Gaya Hai Tujko To Pyar (Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge)(1995)

The best love song since sometime in this Shah Rukh – Kajol starrer, the Jatin – Lalit song sweeps you off your feet.

2) Zara Sa – Jannat (2008)

KK song was on everyone’s lips, with its meaningful and with a lot of instrumentation. Get the message across to your Valentine.

3) Haan Tu Hai– Jannat (2008)

The sexy video accompanying the song is amazing, saucy and just the right dose to seduce your lover.

4) Guzarish – Ghajini (2008)

Javed Ali and Sonu Nigam sing this catchy song which is one of the main hits in the movie.

5) Tere Bina (Guru) (2006)

An A. R. Rehman love ballad simply fabolous and timeless. Rich words and beautiful melody.

6) Jaadu Teri Nazar (Darr) (1993)

Inspired by Hollywood block buster ‘Cape Fear’, the song became a rage and was a favorite with all fans of Shah Rukh and Juhi Chawla.

7) Teri Ore – (Singh Is Kinng) (2008)

One of the slower songs in this romantic comedy with beautiful vocals by Rahet Fateh Ali Khan and Shreya Ghoshal is picturised on Akshay and Katrina in Egypt.

8) Nazar ke saamne (Aashiqui) (1992)

Rekindle college days with Kumar Sanu and Anuradha Paudwal crooning beautifully on this love ballad in Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal’s first tryst with the silver screen.

9) Pehla Nasha – (Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar) (2002)

This Aamir Khan movie excelled not only for the superb acting but for the beautiful music. If you have to sing a song to your loved one, try this one.

10) Kabootar Jaa Jaa – (Maine Pyaar Kiya) (1993)

Lata Mangeshkar makes this love song unforgettable. Here is true love…….Valentine style with the help of an unusual messenger - the Dove.

-- Compiled by Verus Ferreira