Makkathe Tharakam by Faisal

There is an honesty to Makkathe Tharakam that separates it from most Malayalam songs released around the same time. The production by Basith is understated in the best way — supportive without overshadowing the vocal.

Faisal brings a warmth to Makkathe Tharakam that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. Featuring a talented ensemble cast, the song carries the weight of the film's emotional arc and delivers it with conviction.

By the end of 2020, Makkathe Tharakam had moved well beyond its original audience and into everyday playlists. Makkathe Tharakam is the song for the end of a long day when you want music that understands something without being asked to explain it.

Running to 2:53, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.