Himesh Reshammiya does not stretch his boundaries too much in ‘Kajraare’ (2010) and goes in the same comfort zone with two vintage numbers opening the soundtrack.
“Kajra Kajra Kajraare”, the first song from ‘Kajraare’ is a catchy and upbeat number that is sure to be a hit with fans. The song features Reshammiya’s signature voice and a catchy tune, with strong background music and a solo violin piece. Sunidhi Chauhan provides supporting vocals, adding a hip-pop feel to the song. Reshammiya’s orchestration is loud and clear, making the song a complete experience.
The song is a departure from Reshammiya’s usual style and is a hint that he is moving in a new direction with his music. It is a must-listen for fans of Reshammiya and Indian pop music.
“Rabba Luck Barsa” is a hit. It is a departure from his usual style, with a melody that is reminiscent of Laxmikant-Pyarelal. The addictive melody is the strongest attraction of the song and it immediately creates a peaceful atmosphere. The song features an uncredited prelude by Mahesh Bhatt and Himesh Reshammiya’s voice echoing “Rabba Rabba” in the distance. This is a new genre that Reshammiya should work on more! The song also features a beautiful acoustic guitar in the background, delightful sarangis and laid-back beats. Even the middle octave singing gels well with the good tune. The experimental track is an absolute winner, capturing hearts with its addictive melody and groove.
The remixed versions of “Kajra Kajra Kajraare” and “Rabba Luck Barsa” are great to dance to. The remixes are catchy and exciting and Himesh Reshammiya’s vocals are also good.
“Aafreen” is a slow-paced song with a semi-classical melody. Himesh Reshammiya and Harshdeep Kaur deliver excellent performances in this quasi-ghazal. The song features tablas, sarangis and other common Indian instruments. “Aafreen” is sure to touch one’s emotions with its melancholic overtones.
“Tujhe Dekh Ke Armaan Jaage” is a high-pitched track that relies heavily on Himesh Reshammiya’s higher vocal chords. Shreya Ghoshal provides the romantic angle. The music and orchestration follow the same path as the composer’s recent romantic songs. The song is enjoyable but the high-pitched singing appears forced in some places and the orchestration is somewhat too common. Shreya Ghoshal shines as usual in her elegant voice. “Tujhe Dekh Ke Armaan Jaage” is a superlative effort from Himesh Reshammiya.
“Teriyan Meriyan” is a slightly better song than “Tujhe Dekh Ke Armaan Jaage” with a better tune, singing and lyrics. However, the song is still too high-pitched for Reshammiya. The song features Indian classical music with the same instruments as the previous romantic song. The combination of Himesh and Shreya Ghoshal ensures that the romantic quotient is high.
“Woh Lamha Phir Se Jeena Hai” is a mix genre of “Lut Jaaon Lut Jaaon” from his other movie ‘Karzzzz’ (2008) and Himesh’s romantic ballads. The song drags too much and is highly reminiscent of his previous tracks. The same orchestra and repetitive background music makes it difficult to make a clear distinction. The atmosphere is good but the packaging could have been better. The party mix of “Woh Lamha Phir Se Jeena Hai” is bland.
“Sanu Guzara Zamana” is a calming quasi-ghazal with Indian melodies and instruments. Himesh and Sunidhi Chauhan deliver excellent performances, showcasing their lower to middle vocal ranges. The song is a treat to the ears and the “Lounge Mix” is a smoother version that is also worth a listen.
Himesh Reshammiya produced a consistent soundtrack for ‘Kajraare’. The lyrics are also worth a mention. Even though he did not create the magic and frenzy of ‘Aashiq Banaya Aapne’ (2005) and ‘Aksar’ (2006), he would still be considered an ace music director who experimented with some of his songs, to create hits for the charts.
Rating: 3/5
