Nabeesu by K.S.Rehana

Released as part of Nabeesu, Nabeesu announced itself as a standout the moment it reached listeners. The music, composed by Bappu Velliparambu, carries the song forward with a confidence that matches the performance.

K.S.Rehana brings a warmth to Nabeesu that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. The song is tied to a talented ensemble cast, whose presence gives Nabeesu a visual dimension that fans of the film will always associate with it.

2020 marked the release of Nabeesu, and Nabeesu was the track that ensured the album would be remembered. Whether it plays on a long drive, during a quiet evening at home, or through earphones on a crowded commute, the song meets the listener where they are.

The concision of Nabeesu — just 4:53 — is part of what makes it work. There is nothing here that should not be. For anyone yet to hear Nabeesu, the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.