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By Abid Š2006 Bollyvista.com |
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Omkara |
Next is 'Lakad', a semi-classical, haunting classy composition. Its slow melancholy rhythm leaves a lasting impression. Some beautiful, (minimum use) of instruments like guitars and strings are the highlight. The song is in the same corridor as the Vishal-Gulzar number 'Paani Paani Re' ('Maachis'). Rekha sheds her nasal style and shows her maturity as a singer. Gulzar takes inspiration from a North Indian saying "Lakdi jal koyla bhaee, Koyla jal bhaee raakh, Main birhan aisi jali, Koyla bhaee na raakh", which literally means that wood burns to form coal and it further burns to form ash. However, the lonesome protagonist could become neither coal nor ash even after burning (in love or desire).
Last but not the least is the theme 'The Tragedy Of Omkara', which is an instrumental conveying a sense of fear, death, destruction, love and deception which forms the main crux of the movie precisely. The orchestra slowly reaching the high crescendo is simply fabulous.
On the whole 'Omkara' is a superb compilation, with many rare gems and a worthy follow up to the Vishal-Gulzar combos 'Maachis'. It may not rule the charts instantly, but will ultimately find its audience, after the films success (may be). A collectors piece and a must buy.
Rating: 8 /10 |
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