Indian Music and Artists

Asha Bhosle received her first Grammy nomination in 1997 for the album 'Legacy', a collaboration with Kronos Quartet that showcased her versatility across genres. Her second nomination came in 2006 for 'You Have Stolen My: Songs from R.D. Burman's Bollywood'.

Mohammed Rafi sang playback for Kishore Kumar in 'Pyar Deewana' (1950s), a rare occurrence since they were both leading playback singers. The other listed films like 'Raagini', 'Shararat', and 'Bhagam Bhag' also feature this uncommon pairing.

Majrooh Sultanpuri was the first lyricist to receive the Dada Saheb Phalke Award (1998), India's highest film honor. His incredible span covered songs for heroes from K.L. Saigal era to Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan, and heroines from Nargis to Madhuri over five decades.

P. Susheela sang poet-lyricist Vaali's first song "Oorai Therinjukitten" in the 1963 film Karpagam. This launched Vaali's legendary career as a lyricist. S. Janaki, MS Viswanathan (composer), and TMS Soundararajan were not associated with this specific debut.

The song "Raja Raja Chozhan Naan" from the film Rettai Vaal Kuruvi was written by lyricist Mu. Meththa (Mu. Mehta). Vaali, Vairamuthu, and Ilayaraja (who is primarily a composer) did not pen this specific historical song about the Chola emperor.

Ithu Namma Aalu features music by K Bagyaraj. K Bagyaraj is known for multifaceted contributions to Tamil cinema including direction, writing, and occasional music composition.

Pa. Vijay received the National Film Award for Best Lyrics for Ovvoru Pookalume from Autograph (2004). The song's meaningful lyrics about the fragility and beauty of life resonated widely with audiences.

Ahathiyan (S. A. Rajkumar) wrote the lyrics for Kathal Kottai (1996). The film's songs, including the popular title track, are credited to his pen and contributed to the film's success.

Kannadhasan's final song was Poomalaiye Thol Serava from Moonram Pirai (1982). The legendary poet passed away in 1982, making this his last lyrical contribution to cinema.

Sivaji Ganesan sang Vaanam Thamil Penn Oruthi as a duet with C. S. Jayaraman. Sivaji Ganesan occasionally showcased his versatile talents by singing for his own films.

T. M. Soundararajan played the lead role in Arunagirinathar (1964). The legendary playback singer portrayed the 15th-century poet-saint, drawing on his devotional singing expertise for the performance.

MS Viswanathan, the legendary music composer, did sing the song 'Putham Pudhu Kaalai' in the film Sangamam (1998). While primarily known as a composer, he occasionally sang as well.