P for Poongatrile and other songs (#AToZChallenge)
The letter P has songs aplenty. I am choosing six songs. Here they go:
Poongatrile from (Uyire)
One of Rahman’s spellbinding compositions. This song is the epitome of poignancy. Poetic lyrics, Unni Menon’s effervescent voice, Swarnalatha’s heartrending cameo, and a combination of heavy violin and strings in the interludes make this number an uplifting listen. I can proudly say that this is that ONE SONG which I would tell when someone asks me what my foremost favourite of Rahman’s songs is. Vairamuthu’s moving lyrics,
“Uyirin thuli kaayum munne
En vizhi unnai kaanum kanne
En jeevan oyum munne ododi va…”
“Vaanam engum un bimbam
Aanaal kaiyil seravillai…
Kaatril engum un vaasam
Verum vaasam vaazhkai illai…”
Listen to this heart-touching composition here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUfZQqRjiCI
Piya Milenge (Raanjhanaa)
Yes! This is yet another song which acted as a catalyst while writing my baby ‘With love, forever’. This utterly meditative Sufi fusion number is peppered with Sukhwinder Singh’s divine rendition, KMMC Sufi Ensemble’s empowering chorus, and some religious hymns from Quran. Irshad Kamil’s heavenly lyrics make this number an absolute inspiration for many. Some beautiful lines,
“Paake khona khoke paana hota aaya re
Sang saathi sa hai vo toh vo hai saaya re”
“Nainon se na aisa kuch dekha jaata hai
Naina meecho toh vo sab dikh jaata hai”
Listen to this song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlHeJ7cWD38
Pudhu Vellai Mazhai (Roja)
The first ever romantic duet of Rahman. This will always remain a special song for all Rahmaniacs. The ambiance of this number introduced a new soundscape, thereby making Rahman establish a new dimension in music. Both Unni Menon and Sujatha Mohan croon with such passion that the delicate tune turns ambrosial. Rahman indulges in a mild cello, flute, and some strings in the interludes to pep up the romantic atmosphere. Of course, it is Vairamuthu’s wordplay that gives the song a completion.
Listen to this evergreen song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pyWZqbzcvk
Pachai Nirame (Alaipaayuthey)
This is a gem from the path-breaking soundtrack of Alaipaayuthey. Rahman introduces a relaxing effect in this song that it can actually calm your stressed mind. Composed in Kharaharapriya raga, this colour-based number has a soothing tune, rich orchestration (mild percussion, acoustic and synthesized guitar strumming, flute, and lilting piano notes in the background), the thumping ‘Sakhiye…’ humming and unconventional lyrics by Vairamuthu. Some beautiful lines,
“Kilaiyil kaanum kiliyin mooku
Vidalai pennin vettrilai naaku
Putham pudhidhaay ratha roja
Bhoomi thodadha pillaiyin paadham…
Ella sivappum unthan kovam…”
Give it a listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyjb_eINbbg
Pal Pal Hai Bhaari (Swades):
My choice maybe unusual, but this song is close to my heart. I listened to this during the most cherished period of my life and it will always remain to be my soul song. It is a highly situational religious number, where the epic Ramayana is staged as a play and Sita sings in the glory of Rama. Madhushree sings with such sweetness that we can listen to her repeatedly. She is amply supported by Vijay Prakash, who croons a cameo towards the end.
Listen to this devotional Rahman composition here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRWr8OsVyjA
Pyaar Ye Jaane Kaisa (Rangeela)
This mellifluous number from Rangeela has a poignant tune that is heartrending as well as pleasing. Crooned by the evergreen singers Suresh Wadekar and Kavita Krishnamoorthy, this song can move even a stone-hearted person. Melody oozes from every corner and Rahman enhances it with his vintage violin and strings in the interludes. Mehboob’s lyrics have some beautiful lines,
“Din toh guzarta hai jiske khayalon mein
Raatein guzarti hai uski hi yaadon mein…”
Listen to this song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbEVPe4vvk4
Other beautiful songs in P:
Pachakili Paadum from Karuthamma
Pachaikiligal Tholodu from Indian
Pappu Can’t Dance from Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na
Parandhu Sella Va from O Kadhal Kanmani
Parkathey Parkathey from Gentleman
Patakha Guddi (both versions) from Highway
Pennala Pennala from Uzhavan
Pettai Rap from Kadhalan
Phir Se Ud Chala from Rockstar
Poo Pookum Osai from Minsaara Kanavu
Pookkale Sattru Oyivedungal from I
Poovukenna Pootu from Bombay
Poovukkul from Jeans
Poraale Ponnuthaayi from Karuthamma
Happy Listening!
Love,
Kavya Janani.U
