The Jiiva - Harris combo returns after two hit albums Ko and Endrendrum Punnagai, for Yaan which is an action thriller directed by Ravi K.Chandran. Harris' track record shows that he has provided good tracks for films in this genre, let's see how this one has fared out.
Hey Lamba Lamba : Singers - Devan Ekambaram, Divya Vijay, Lyrics - Vaalee
The album begins with a peppy medley, sung meticulously by Devan Ekambaram. His voice fits perfectly to the lively feel of the song. Though the song boasts of a catchy hum, the interludes which include the usual rap bits from Harris fall flat, thereby taking away the essence of the number. Vaali's lyrics too, go unnoticed in this one.
Aathangara Orathil : Singer - Gaana Bala, Lyrics - Kabilan
Talk about experimentation. Harris picks Gaana Bala to croon a ghetto track, and the result is overwhelming. Aathangara Orathil is one of those very few innovative tracks from the composer. The rap portions in the mid do seem forced, and should have been cropped out.
Latcham Calorie : Singers - Arjun Menon, Chinmayi, Lyrics - Pa.Vijay
A techy romantic track is staple in his albums, that slot has been filled with Latcham Calorie. Arjun Menon and Chinmayi seem to be the right choice for the mic, thereby providing a fitting Harris typical.
Nenje Nenje : Singers - P.Unnikrishnan, Chinmayi, Pravin Saivi, Lyrics - Kabilan
Nenje Nenje is the next track, a pathos number highlighted by P.Unnikrishnan's vocals. Crafted with a heartening tune, this one keeps you hooked to it. Kabilan's lyrics aren't the best in the book, but something to fill up with.
Nee Vandhu Ponadhu : Singers - KK, Bombay Jayashree, Ramya NSK, Megha, Lyrics - Thamarai
KK, Bombay Jayashree, Ramya NSK and Megha. A superb choice of singers coming together for the last track, which draws the curtains in style. An engrossing techno beat, with flawless vocals along with the Arabian chorus do make Nee Vandhu Ponadhu one of the best tracks in the album. Special mentions to Thamarai for making her words catch our attention even in a fast number.
Once again, Harris Jeyaraj decides to stay within his comfort zone and deliver good music. With little innovation, he takes this album through effortlessly with his usual instrumentations and choice of singers except for the surprise element in Gaana Bala. Just like his other works in the recent past, Yaan will keep you hooked for a while, and then buzz away. One just hopes it stays put till the movie hits the screens.
Pick : Aathangara
Verdict : Stock disc material from Harris Jeyaraj, peppered with a jolt.
3 / 5
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