Looking back at some of the best songs sung by KK, who passed away on Tuesday night at the age of 53 in Kolkata
Looking back at some of the best songs sung by KK, who passed away on Tuesday night at the age of 53 in Kolkata
one of best voices of our time Silent last night.
KK was an exceptional singer, with a voice The film was a return to the melodious era of music. Compared to the digital age of cover editions. He was fortunate that he was active at a time when Bollywood and regional cinema still came with melodies.
Hindu Rewinds some of his best songs:
In your eyes… (peace)
If we pick the best Bollywood songs of the new millennium, this gorgeous melody from the 2007 film will definitely make it to the list. The song demanded a voice that would infuse romance into every note, and KK provided that.
Deepika Padukone’s fresh-faced innocence on her debut, and Shah Rukh Khan’s expressions, composed by the talented duo of Vishal-Shekhar, gave the song the scene it deserved.
Of yearning… (I gave my heart, my love)
The song that made the world at large pay attention to KK. He scaled the easy notes with ease. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s second film was one of the better romances of Bollywood at that time. Aishwarya Rai’s tremendous beauty – you can see it in the close-up shots of this song – helped. As was a scintillating score composed by Ismail Darbar.
You are a lover… (chime beats)
Vishal-Shekhar reserved some of their best songs for KK, like this lovely tune from a film that was a tribute to RD Burman’s genius.
Life is of two moments…. (Kite)
Rajesh Roshan, a veteran music composer, has shown that he can deliver music that appeals to the new generation. He couldn’t have expected a better voice for this song than KK.
You are my soul… (Gangster)
The song, composed by Pritam, became one of KK’s biggest hits. And he is in excellent form here.
Strawberry Cane… (Minsara Kanavu)
The Rajeev Menon directorial debut had some stunning visuals and equally astonishing music. Vanilev Vanilev… And Thanga Thamrai… AR Rahman’s scintillating album might have one of the melodious songs, but this song is also a lovely creation.