1980 To 1990 Malayalam Songs List

– Olangal (1982) : Composed by Ilaiyaraaja and sung by S. Janaki, this remains one of the most recognizable lullabies in Kerala.

The 80s also saw the rise of the "disco" culture in Kerala cinema, largely driven by composer Shyam.

– Manjil Virinja Pookkal (1980) : Jerry Amaldev's debut hit, sung by S. Janaki, which introduced a fresh, Western-influenced sound to the industry. Year-by-Year Highlight List Song Title 1980 Mizhiyoram Manjil Virinja Pookkal Jerry Amaldev 1981 Sarathakaala Megham Dhruva Sangamam Raveendran 1982 Thumbi Vaa Olangal Ilaiyaraaja 1983 Ponnurukum Pookkalam Koodevide 1984 Aayiram Kannumaay

To understand the music of this decade, one must understand the "Big Three" composers who dominated the soundscape, each bringing a distinct flavor:

Whether you are looking for soulful melodies or upbeat tracks, this curated list captures the essence of the period.

| Year | Film | Song | Singer(s) | Music Director | Lyricist | |------|------|------|-----------|----------------|----------| | 1980 | Manjil Virinja Pookkal | "Manjil Virinja Pookkal" | K. J. Yesudas | Shyam | M. D. Rajendran | | 1980 | Lava | "Eeshwara Devatha" | K. J. Yesudas, S. Janaki | G. Devarajan | Vayalar | | 1981 | Oridathoru Phayalvaan | "Thumbi Vaa Thumbakudathin" | K. J. Yesudas | A. T. Ummer | Bichu Thirumala | | 1982 | Olangal | "Raave Nee En Mounam" | K. J. Yesudas | Shyam | O. N. V. Kurup | | 1982 | Vidhichathum Kothichathum | "Kattile Pattu Paadi" | K. J. Yesudas, S. Janaki | Raveendran | Bichu Thirumala | | 1983 | Aa Raathri | "Sreeragamo Thedunnu" | K. J. Yesudas | G. Devarajan | Vayalar | | 1983 | Kattathe Kilikkoodu | "Akkare Ninnoru" | K. J. Yesudas, S. Janaki | Raveendran | Poovachal Khader | | 1984 | My Dear Kuttichathan | "Kunjikiliye Kunkumamo" | K. J. Yesudas, S. Janaki | K. J. Joy | Bichu Thirumala |