Names like Mika and Honey Singh are enough to ensure that the music of this comedy stands out and will find its place among fans of the two Punjabi rockstars, if not anything else. Considering the music has released during the festive and wedding season gives this album ample scope to do well, which means we will certainly be hearing more of the songs in time to come, but the big question is, does it deliver, or will the music become a rage, primarily for the above reasons.
With a title like Alcoholic, one expected a disastrous number, but Alcoholic surprises one with its electronic beats which have been used sparingly. Yo Yo Honey Singh, who gave us the catchy Angreji beat in Cocktail has rendered a number worth listening to. However, Manali trance, which has also been composed by him is the kind of song that will leave you rolling your eyes and running to grab a bite while it plays, thanks to Lil Golu and Neha Kakkar who barely sound like they are singing. Manali trance is shoddy to say the least.
The surprise element is Meherbaani which takes you by surprise with its soft beats. It’s tender lyrics like Hai teri meherbaani ke andheron se hum muqar gaye by Arko Pravo Mukherjee are also worth commending. The song is definitely one of the better romantic tracks and a special mention for Jubin Nautiyal whose husky voice stays with you.
One wonders what the makers were thinking when they named a song, Ishq kutta hai. While the lyrics by Shabbir Ahmed will make you roar with laughter, naming the former mentioned title was a bad idea that will only end up repelling listeners. The blaring beats by Mika Singh only add salt to injury. You can seek some respite in Aashiq mizaaj which has been composed by Hard Kaur and is far more pleasant with its quirky beats in comparison.
Just when you thought the music of this comedy is bearable, The Shaukeens takes you by storm by ripping off Loney by Akon. Right from the way it has been sung to its lyrics by Vikram Nagi, the song resembles Akon’s 2003-hit.
Unless you like loud rock beats, do not bother picking up this album. Meherbaani, though is definitely worth listening to.