Kayal (2014) | D. Imman
Music Review by Akilan Nagarajan, Reviewpuram

Music director D. Imman’s third consecutive collaboration with the dramatic Prabhu Solomon after Mynaa and Kumki. Prabhu Solomon seems to have given D. Imman the template of Kumki’s tracklist, and it shows very well with the ordering of songs and the lyrics. Most of the songs are situational and should work within the context of the movie.

Paravaya Parakkurom

With a really grounded flute to start with, Haricharan plays to his strengths throughout this light and lifting number. The song is paced really well, and one won’t feel like switching the track though a special “hook” is absent.

Yegirindhu Vandhaayo

Sounding like straight out of Raja’s school of the late 80s, this track is essentially what the Imman-Solomon duo is known for – earthy grace. Shreya Ghoshal’s entrancing singing takes this track to another level, but not quite to the range required to make it a truly special song.

Koodave Varamadhiri

The vocals get off right away starts refreshingly, but transforms itself into a praise-worthy pathos song. Short-lived, but does what it is supposed to do.

Yen Aala Paakkaporen 

With minimal orchestration, Imman lets Shreya Ghoshal go all out on the melodious tune with her husky voice. KG Ranjith pitches in with ample support to her level of expertise. This track is essentially what you call “slow poison”.

Unna Ippo Paakanum 

A warm, progressive song which stands out as the best track in the album with its shimmering nature. The typical Imman number which has his stamp all over. Haricharan and Vandana Srinivasan have a field day with a tailor-made track for their respective, crystal-clear voices. This will be that one song that will cling to the charts.

Deeyalo Deeyalo

Another mandatory addition to the folk template. A heard-before loop with minor highlights is all that makes up this track. 

Yenge Pulla Irukka 

Sounding like an alternate version of a BGM from Kumki, this track is heavy in its own, droning way. Balram’s excellent vocals make it worth a hear. This track should add a lot of impact to the narration.

Bottomline

A soothing album on the whole, though it is definitely not going to “lift your spirits” or “stir your emotions” in any way. It is indeed quite underwhelming by their standards.

Rating: 3/5