Harihara by Perumbavoor G Raveendranath, M.G. Sreekumar

When Perumbavoor G Raveendranath, M.G. Sreekumar recorded Harihara, something special happened in the studio — and listeners have felt it ever since. Perumbavoor G Raveendranath, M.G. Sreekumar's arrangement gives the track a layered quality that rewards repeated listening.

The voice of Perumbavoor G Raveendranath, M.G. Sreekumar carries Harihara effortlessly, which is the highest compliment a song can give its singer. Hearing Harihara without thinking of a talented ensemble cast is almost impossible for anyone who has seen Harihara.

In 2020, Malayalam produced many songs, but Harihara was one of the handful that genuinely cut through. Some music is background. Harihara demands attention — not aggressively, but in the way a good conversation does.

At 4:26, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. For anyone yet to hear Harihara, the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.