Myshkin directed two awesome movies ‘Chiththiram Pesuthadi’ and ‘Anjathe’ before debuting as a actor in Nandalala. Illayaraja has scored the music score for this movie. Only Illayaraja can make the instruments talk .The focus is on melody and the songs seem to be more related to the serious theme of the story. The director has already admitted that the movie only features four songs.

The maestro has used the violin and guitar predominantly in this album. it is safe to say that no one can use the Violin better than him .Illayaraja has transformed his music to another level in this decade. He was getting fairly predictable in the late 90’s. There was lot of pressure for him to deliver and he was composing too many albums which had a bad influence on the quality. Now I think he does music in his own terms and the result is amazing.

Kaai Veesi (Vijay Jesudas, Suwedha, Madhubalakrishnan, Raagul, Chandrasekar)
A simple song sung by a talented bunch of young singers. The tune and rhythm of this song reminds us of Yuvan. Vijay and Madhu are really talented and even though this song does not give them the scope to really excel they have still given it their best. Look out for the nice change in pitch all through the song. The song is all about praising the wonders of nature.

Oru Vandu koottame (Illayaraja, Yatheeswaran )
This is another melodious song sung by the maestro himself. The song does not impress at the start with Yathesswaran but it soon gathers momentum. There is a very impressive violin interlude in the middle which is very typical of the genius. The song just gets better as it progresses.

Elilea Elilea (Saroja Ammal)
I could not really relate to the song . This could very well be a situational song.

Melle Oorndhu Oorndhu (Illayaraja)
If you are a fan of Illayaraja, this song will sweep you of your feet. I am not such a big fan of Illayaraja’s voice even though I adore his skill as a composer , this song seems to fit his voice to the bill. The song starts with a nice guitar piece with Illayaraja’s voice just flowing in.

Thalaattu ketka Nanum (Illayaraja)
A beautiful pathos song. Illayaraja has used the violin to express the anguish and sorrow of the character. This song is about a man singing about his mother and how much he misses her. The soul of the song is very similar to the song “Un Kuthama ” from Azahgi.

Onnukkonnu (K.J. Jesudas)
The best song of the album. The awesome Yesudas is back and renders the song so perfectly .It took me to the Moondram Pirai days . The singer does not seem to have aged at all. It is awesome that the father and son were given an opportunity to sing in the same movie.This song should be a chart buster. It will be impossible not to like this song.

A master piece by the maestro with haunting melodies. A must buy.

Naan Kadavul (English: I am God) is due to be released on Pongal 2009. Directed by Bala, Arya and Pooja Umashankar play the lead roles.

This film features 6 songs composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The audio was released on 1st of January 2009. Lyrics have been penned by Vaali except for the track Pitchai paathiram which has been penned by Ilayaraja himself.

Om Sivoham – Vijay Prakash
Kannil paarvai – Shreya Ghoshal
Matha un kovilil – Madhumitha
Amma un pillai naan – Sadhana Sargam
Oru kaatril alaiyum – Ilayaraja
Pitchai paathiram – Madhu Balakrishnan

This film’s tagline ‘Aham Brahmaasmi’ ( an upanishadic line) says it all—the search for God inside you.

There is no doubt that all the songs are based on the situation. This album is not commercial at all and will appeal only to serious music enthusiasts.

Om Sivoham…Vocals: Vijay Prakash.Lyrics: Vaali.
A strictly devotional song sung beautifully by Vijay Prakash. This should be the title song of the movie. Even if you are an atheist this song will appeal to you. Try listening to the song and it will help calm you down.The song is about the God Shiva and how powerful and destructive he can be. I am a little concerned that God can be destructive ! but it did not stop me from enjoying the song with the excellent Tabla work and terrific rendition of Vijay.

Kannil Paarvai…Vocals: Shreya Ghosal.Lyrics: Vaali.
My favorite singer Shreya Ghosal is back with another terrific song. This song reminds me of a hit from Pithamagan. Shreya as usual is sincere to the core.Illayaraja’s plays magic with the violin as usual.Shreya struggles with the lyrics at high pitch but you can’t really fault her as Tamil is not her first language and she is still able to sing so beautifully.

Madha un…Vocals: Madhumita.Lyrics: Vaali.
This is a really short bit song more like a prelude to the next song.

Amma Un Pillai…Vocals: Sadhana Sargam.Lyrics: Vaali.
Another pathos song sung so perfectly by Sadhana Sargam. The tabla and the drums and the mesmerizing use of the violin sets the ambiance for the song. This is yet another haunting melody by the maestro.

Picchaippaatthiram…Vocals: Madhu Balakrishnan.Lyrics: Ilayaraja.
Another fascinating song sung by Madhu Balakrishnan. This is about an anguished soul begging for the Almighty’s blessing. Illayaraja has penned the lyrics by himself. The tabla plays magic as usual with a nice rhythm to it.

Oru Kaatril…Vocals: Ilayaraja.Lyrics: Vaali.
A rehash of the Kannil Paarvai song sung by Shreya. It is very difficult to compare the two songs except for the fact the hold of the language plays a pivotal role to the success of a song.

A must have if you are a Illayaraja or a fan of serious music.