As the count down for the film’s release date starts (the film is slated to be released on August 11th), let us see how the music album starts…
The title track, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, to tell in simple words, is one of the slowest songs of-late. But hearing further, ie beyond the pace of the song, the melody is soft, smooth and pleasant. Imagining this song without Sonu Nigam’s voice is impossible. As the tune floats like a soft quill on calm waters, his voice doesn’t disturb even a ripple. The instruments used were minimal and effective. The rhythm is similar to that of Kal Ho Naa Ho. Javed Akhtar’s lyrics are apt.
Tumko Bhi Hai Khabar, Mujhko Bhi Hai Pata;
Ho Raha Hai Juda, Dono Ka Raasta;
Door Jaake Bhi Mujhse, Tum Meri Yaadon Mein Rehna;
Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna!
Mitwa is the only song of the album which indicates that Dharma Productions have tried to venture into something new. And the acclaim should go to the deserving Pakistani singer, Shatqat Amanat Ali, for his magical and energetic voice. The mood of the song simulates to that of ‘Sayyoni’ (from the pop album Junoon which came out a few years ago). Guitar and tabla are the key instruments in this song. The remix version is sure to reach the top of the dance charts.
Shaan is right on spot with his energy for Where’s the Party Tonight, but the fact that, this track being closely similar to ‘It’s the time to Party’ (from Kal Ho Naa Ho), takes away the fascination of repeated listening. Vasundhara Das, Shankar and Loy are good in the chorus. The unconventional part of this track is the brilliant percussion used and the music arrangement done.
Tumhi Dekho naa is the typical Bollywood melody which will easily find liking among the melody-lovers. Sonu Nigam and Alka Yagnik live to their respective reputations. This song also is slow and pleasant and promises magic on screen. Hope Karan has taken the challenge! Here too Javed Akhtar’s lyrics rise to the mood of the song.
Tumhi dekho na, yeh kya hogaya,
Tumhara hoon main aur tum meri;
Main heraan hoon, tumhe kya kahoon,
Ke din mein huyi kaise chandni…..
Rock-n-Roll Soniye is the song purely for the masses. On screen, the Bachchan due magic is assured and, if the rumors are to be believed, Kajol has ample scope in this track to shake her hip. There is celebration, energy, thumping beats and all that frenzies one into the dancing madness. Thanks to Shankar Mahadevan, Shaan and Mahalaxmi for their energetic voices.
Farewell Trance is a beautifully orchestrated version of the title track. The flute and the piano are effectively used.
Good compositions by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and beautiful lyrics by Javed Akhtar make this album worth listening.
The Final Line:
On a relative note, this album is: more entertaining than Krrish, on par with Fanaa’s compositions, but less mass-appealing compared to Rang-de-Basanti.