Music is a God given gift, that is given to a very few people to make millions happy with their melodious singing. Not only it makes a person happy, but also it offers a soothing effect that may even help to cure health related problems. The Tamil film industry is booming up after music director, A.R Rehman won the Oscar with best original score for his music in Slumdog Millionaire. Apart from that, the melodious tunes, the catchy lines, the heart pounding beats, the good sound quality and the magnetizing voice make Tamil songs even more attractive.

There are a number of famous singers in Tamil industry. S.P Balasubramanium (SPB), Hariharan, Harini and Ilayaraja are some of the popular singers. SPB and Hariharan had also stamped their popularity in Bollywood. These singers not only have the capability of bringing emotions in their songs while singing but also have the power to attract audience with their mind-blowing performance.

Tamil actors like Kamal Hassan, Chilabarasan are also famous for their singing talents. Music director Ilayaraja has sung some hit songs such as Potri padadi in Devar Magan. A.R Rehman’s first solo was in the movie Bombay with the ever-new trendy song Andha Arabi Kadaloram followed by songs from Kadal Desam. Thereafter, A. R Rehman had shaken the industry with wonderful contributions.

A few famous singers from the Hindi film industry who have sung in Tamil movies are Asha Bhosle who has sung in Iruvar, Alaipayuthey and Chandramukhi. Another singer from bollywood is Adnan Sami of Lift Karadey fame, who gave life to songs such as Boom Boom from the movie Boys. Sukwinder Singh, Kailash Kher, KK, form few other Bollywood singers who holds a remarkable place in Tamil songs.

Language is never a barrier to those who love music. Interest in music varies from person to person. A few wish to listen to melodious songs while few go for sad songs. A music director may be the one who is the creator of songs but it is the singers who make the song lively and makes them remain in the hearts of millions forever.