Timeless Tales, once again takes you on a musical sojourn you all have been a part of as creators or music lovers. This time we’re rekindling your love for an evergreen non-film pathos-laden bouquet Tum Yaad Aaye. Among the most memorable soundtracks over the years in the genre of romantic pop, Tum Yaad Aaye (1997), featuring Javed Akhtar’s evocative poetry, Alka Yagnik’s vocal magic, and music composer Raju Singh’s pondering long-phrased melodic patterns make for a collector delight.
The album was a detour for Javed Akhtar and Alka Yagnik, enmeshed in their film assignments as they were, but ushered onto center-stage one of the most-gifted composers of the day Raju Singh. Every song tells the story of a lovelorn young lass and the stages her love life passes through. Beautifully interwoven with Javed Akhtar’s poignant description of the lyrical mood, the manner in which the melody flows in from Javed Akhtar’s description makes it truly special. Raju Singh’s compositions underline Javed Akhtar’s picturesque poetry. Tum Yaad Aaye is a clear indicator of how frugal music arrangements can embellish rich melodies with minimalism. Piano & Violin suffused, the musical arrangements through the collection stands out for its serene aura.