Veteran lyricist Mamkombu Gopalakrishnan, known for penning the lyrics for some of Mollywood's earliest classical hits, is no more. The Kuttanad-born lyricist and poet passed away at a private hospital in Kochi on Monday, leaving behind a huge legacy. As Malayalis mourn his death, we take a look at some of his best-written songs.

'Laksharchana Kandu Madangumbol'

This song written by Mamkombu for the Malayalam movie 'Ayalathe Sundari', which was directed by veteran filmmaker Hariharan, remains one of Mamkombu's most remembered works to date. The romantic melody was rendered by K J Yesudas and celebrates young love. Mamkombu once admitted that the words for the song were inspired by his own personal experience.

Laksharchana Kandu Madangumboloru
Lajjayil Mungiya Mugham Kandu (3)
Malikarjuna Kshethrathil Vechaval (2)
Maleesharante Poovambu Kondu (2)

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'Ilam Manjin Kulirumayoru

This song from the 1986 movie 'Ninnishtam Ennishtam' was sung by K J Yesudas and S Janaki who gave life to the soulful lyrics penned by Mamkombu. The song was pictured on Mohanlal and Priya, two lovers who played Sreekuttan and Shalini.

Ilam Manjil Kulirumayoru Kuyil
Idam Nenjil Koodu Koottunna Sugham
Hridayamuraliyil Pulaka Mela Than Ragam
Bhavam Thalam...

'Aapaadachoodam Panineeru'

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This song once again marked the collaboration of K J Yesudas and Mamkombu and was composed by legendary musician M S Baburaj for the movie 'Soundarya Pooja'. The lyrics were smooth and sensual at the same time, delivering a distinct experience for the listener.

Aapadachoodam Panineeru
Ani Muthukudangalil Ilaneeru
Kadhambari Nin Kadhali Dhalathil
Kadichal Nirachum Karimbuneer
Aapadachoodam Panineeru

'Karinthol'

Karinthol, the power-packed energetic Malayalam song, was the dubbed version of the Oscar-winning Telugu song 'Naatu Naatu' from the movie. 'Naatu Naatu' was originally written by Chandrabose. The lyrics of Karinthol was equally impressive and retained the flavour of the original.

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Karindolu Sanghamaage
Pattikkaattu Koottu Kaattu
Podu Graama Talamonnu
Pottu Naattu Koottu Kaattu

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