Mannu (Live) by Job Kurian

Mannu (Live) arrived from the Mannu (Live) album and quickly became one of the most replayed tracks of 2020. The production by Job Kurian is understated in the best way — supportive without overshadowing the vocal.

Job Kurian inhabits this song completely, making every phrase feel like it was written specifically for this voice. The story told by a talented ensemble cast in Mannu (Live) finds its musical expression here — Mannu (Live) is where the film's heart beats loudest.

2020 marked the release of Mannu (Live), and Mannu (Live) was the track that ensured the album would be remembered. There is no right time to listen to Mannu (Live). There is only the moment you press play and realise it was the right choice.

Running to 5:03, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. For anyone yet to hear Mannu (Live), the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.