On the eve of famous singer SP Balasubramaniam completing 50 Years as a singer, talented and senior composer MM Keeravaani has paid a perfect tribute by composing a special song for him. On December 15th, 1966, SP Balu sang his first song "Emi ee vintha moham" for the film "Maryada Ramanna". That makes him complete 50 years as a singer now.
In his statement, Keervani said:
It was 25 years ago on a sultry evening at Savera Hotel in Madras. I remember the day not for its weather but for the pleasantness that overshadowed it. It was the silver jubilee function where Balu Garu was felicitated by the Journalist Fraternity on his successful completion of 25 years as an undisputed king of the singers from South India.
25 years have lapsed from that day.
Yet...
Balu Garu's unflinching journey has continued and continuing quenching the thirst of music lovers.
Balu Garu's dedication towards his profession and his unrelenting effort to mesmerize his fans fill me with awe even today, the same way I felt when I first met him long long ago.
To this great man with a humble soul and my most favorite singer I dedicate this song with utmost reverence...