I always liked the alternate version of the songs in Maestro’s voice, which comes in the audio of the film. Most of the times, its not picturized, but Raja’s voice adds a new dimension to the song compared to the original singer. Some such songs are presented today.
1. Engirundho azhaikkum – En jeevan padudhu. Happy version was sung by Lata Mangeshkar. This is the pathos version. As usual, Raja weaves his magic with flutes and violins.
2. Thalattu mariponadhe – Unnai naan sandhithen. The interludes are different from the original female version. Raja voice is emotional. Flutes and strings are really a thalattu.
3. Oor urangum nerathil – Kanna unai thedugiren. Another flopped movie with all excellent songs . This song has a jazzy orchestration. Maestro’s voice is very youthful and romantic. There is another version by Hariharan.
4. Padichu ennatha – Ore oru gramathile. Song requested by Mrs Usha Sankar. The film is about a forward caste lady (Lakshmi) who becomes a Collector, with a fake caste certificate. Film was released after it won a National award. This song emphasizes literacy for downtrodden – as if a cobbler and his son sing. Reflective lyrics (I think by Vaali). Raja’s style of singing like a typical father brings a smile in our face.
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Venky,
how about Omkaaradi prema naadamaa.. a duet from Nammora mandara hoove (kannada film). Maestro and Chitra; it is not 'really' picturized but it is playedin the back ground when the credits are rolling at the end of the movie.
shiva.
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