Poocha kannichi by Saleem Kodathoor

Not every song from Poocha kannichi lingers, but Poocha kannichi is the one that stays. Saleem Kodathoor, Shahid Muneer built the instrumental foundation carefully here — every element earns its place in the mix.

Saleem Kodathoor brings a warmth to Poocha kannichi that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. The story told by a talented ensemble cast in Poocha kannichi finds its musical expression here — Poocha kannichi is where the film's heart beats loudest.

2020 was a strong year for Malayalam music, and Poocha kannichi was among the reasons why. It fits the playlist for almost any occasion, which is rare — most songs have a narrow emotional window. This one does not.

At 4:40, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. It is, at the end of it, a very good song — and sometimes that is the only explanation that matters.