Hits Of Vayalar 60 Malayalam Old Songs Original... Today

Vayalar Ramavarma (1928–1975) remains the most celebrated lyricist in the history of Malayalam cinema. Known for his collaboration with composer G. Devarajan, he penned approximately 1,300 songs across 256 films, effectively bringing the depth of serious poetry into the realm of popular film music.

Listening to these tracks reveals:

9. "Manushyan Mathangale Srushtichu" (Anubhavangal Paalichakal) – K.J. Yesudas: The ultimate atheist anthem.
10. "Masanam Thorum" (Nadhi) – K.J. Yesudas: The cycle of life and loss.
11. "Puthan Valakkare" (Thulabharam) – P. Susheela: Innocence and generosity.
12. "Njan Oru Sindhu" (Nadan Premam) – K.J. Yesudas: The soul of a wandering poet.
13. "Sindhu Nadikkarayil" (Chithra Lekha) – S. Janaki: The flow of destiny.
14. "Aaromal Unni" (Makani Kuthu) – P. Leela: A mother’s lullaby turned political.

Listening to this collection is also a study in the interplay between language and music. Vayalar’s lyrics were not written to fit a tune; often, the tunes were crafted to elevate his poetry. The synergy between his words and the composition is seamless. When Yesudas sings a Vayalar poem, the words cease to be ink on paper; they become living, breathing entities. The songs often carry a conversational tone, yet are laden with profound philosophical undertones—a duality that kept the common man humming complex metaphors without realizing the depth of what they were singing. Hits of Vayalar 60 Malayalam old Songs Original...