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Madhushree Says AR Rahman ‘Always Adds An Element Of Surprise' To His Music
Last Updated: Madhushree also spoke highly of her work with South Indian composers like Yuvan Shankar Raja and Harris Jayaraj. Singer Madhushree, celebrated for her soulful voice and emotive renditions, has carved a niche for herself in both Bollywood and South Indian cinema. Over the years, she has delivered several iconic tracks, collaborating with musical legends like AR Rahman and MM Keeravani. Her memorable songs include Kabhi Neem Neem, Marudhani, Jaana Hai Jaana Hai and Soja Zara, among others. In a recent conversation with O2India, Madhushree fondly reflected on her experiences working with AR Rahman. 'He always adds an element of surprise," she said. 'Whether it's Kabhi Neem Neem or any other track, he brings his unique spin and the results are always magical." She added that Rahman often records his parts after the initial recording is done, infusing the song with a fresh energy that can transform the entire feel of the composition. Madhushree also spoke highly of her work with South Indian composers like Yuvan Shankar Raja and Harris Jayaraj. Praising their precision and musical clarity, she shared, 'South Indian music directors are incredibly talented. You're never left guessing—they give you exact notations, indicate where to pause and guide you through the phrasing. They make the process seamless." In addition to this, the singer went on to praise MM Keeravani, particularly for his precision and directorial clarity during song recordings. Madhushree said, 'When you go to sing for M.M. Keeravani, you don't have to do anything except follow what he says. They all have a really good understanding of singers." Lastly, she highlighted the key differences in work culture in Bollywood and the South film industry, citing the level of professional discipline she observed in the South. Madhushree mentioned that in South India, time commitments are taken very seriously, with recording sessions starting exactly when scheduled. Some of her notable songs include Naina Milaike, Tu Bin Bataaye, Kabhi Neem Neem, Tumhe Aaj Maine Jo Dekha, Maahi Ve and In Lamhon Ke Daaman Mein, among others. First Published:
Indian Express
2 days ago
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- Indian Express
‘AR Rahman always brings an element of surprise,' says singer Madhushree: ‘He adds his touch later, and it turns out to be magical'
Renowned playback singer Madhushree, who has carved a niche for herself in both Bollywood and South Indian cinema with her soulful voice and timeless songs, recently opened up about her creative process and experiences with some of the biggest names in the music industry during an interview with O2India. One name that inevitably came up in the conversation was that of Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman. Reflecting on her collaborations with Rahman on iconic tracks like 'Kabhi Neem Neem' and 'Marudhani', Madhushree shared how his style never fails to surprise her. 'Rahman ji always brings an element of surprise… whether it's this song or Kabhi Neem Neem, he adds his touch later, and it turns out to be magical,' she said. The singer revealed that often, Rahman records his parts after the initial track is laid down, adding a unique energy that transforms the song entirely. Also Read | Madhushree recalls collaborating with AR Rahman, Javed Akhtar for Kisna: 'Your romance is with your art, your voice' Beyond AR Rahman, Madhushree has also worked with a host of acclaimed South Indian music composers. Speaking of her experiences with them, she highlighted their distinctive approaches and artistic personas. 'Whether it's Yuvan Shankar Raja, Harris Jayaraj, or Rahman ji, they more or less follow the same process. First they compose the song, and then they give you the space to rehearse. That's where there's some similarity.' However, she emphasized a key difference that makes South Indian composers stand out: their deep involvement and clarity during the recording process. The singer siad, 'One thing about South Indian music composers is that they're so good, you never feel lost. They'll guide you with exact notations, where to pause, what expressions to use, they spell everything out, so you don't have to figure it out on your own. They are that good.' Madhushree went on to praise MM Keeravani specifically for his precision and directorial clarity during recordings. 'When you go to sing for M.M. Keeravani, you don't have to do anything, just follow whatever he says. All of them understand singers really well.' When asked about the key differences between South Indian and Bollywood music industries, Madhushree didn't hesitate to point out a cultural distinction she finds admirable. 'There, everyone works according to time. If you're called at 1 pm, the session starts at exactly 1. They are extremely punctual. They follow rules and regulations. That's the main difference.'
