Pinjra by Clinton Cerejo, Sanam Puri, Jonita Gandhi

Released as part of Pinjra, Pinjra announced itself as a standout the moment it reached listeners. Clinton Cerejo built the instrumental foundation carefully here — every element earns its place in the mix.

Clinton Cerejo, Sanam Puri, Jonita Gandhi brings a warmth to Pinjra that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. The story told by a talented ensemble cast in Pinjra finds its musical expression here — Pinjra is where the film's heart beats loudest.

2013 marked the release of Pinjra, and Pinjra was the track that ensured the album would be remembered. It fits the playlist for almost any occasion, which is rare — most songs have a narrow emotional window. This one does not.

Running to 7:29, 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 Pinjra, the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.