C. Sathya

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C. Sathya
Born6 February 1978
OriginIndia
Genres
Playback
Occupation(s)Composer, singer

C. Sathya is an Indian music composer and playback singer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. He made his debut with the sleeper hit Engaeyum Eppothum (2011).

Early life

Sathya's background in Carnatic music had greatly influenced his skills in film music composition. Being a Carnatic singer and proficient in playing the

harmonium, he effortlessly grasped the intricacies of music composition. This proficiency extended to the keyboard, which he had not only played but also programmed for various esteemed music directors, including Bharadwaj
.

Career

Despite facing initial challenges, Sathya got his first break with the film "Yen Ippadi Mayakinai" in 2009, although its release was delayed. However, the songs gained popularity in the audio circuit. It was after three years when the producers of Engaeyum Eppothum (2011) heard his compositions that he finally received recognition. The film turned out to be a sleeper hit, propelling Sathya's career forward. His exceptional work in this film opened doors for him, nad he has gained recognition and admiration in the industry for his distinct and melodic musical style.

Subsequently, he worked on projects like Sevarkkodi (2012) and Ponmaalai Pozhudhu (2012) in quick succession.[1][2] His notable scores include Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru (2013), Nedunchaalai (2013), Ivan Veramathiri (2013), Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran (2016), and Aranmanai 3 (2021). Sathya's recent involvement includes his work on the film Naadu, showcasing his continued contributions to the industry.

Discography

Films

As music composer

Year Tamil Other languages Notes
2008 Yen Ippadi Mayakinai Film unreleased
2011
Engeyum Eppodhum
Journey (Telugu)
2012
Sevarkodi
Ponmaalai Pozhudhu
2013 Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru Something Something (Telugu)
Nedunchaalai
Ivan Veramathiri Citizen (Telugu)
2014 Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam Background score only
2015
Asurakulam
Kanchana 2 Composed one song "Sillatta Vellatta"
2016 Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran
Unnodu Ka
2017 Koditta Idangalai Nirappuga
Bayama Irukku
2018 Pakka
2019 Oththa Seruppu Size 7 BGM only
Aghavan
2020 Naanga Romba Busy
2021 Theedhum Nandrum
Vinodhaya Sitham
Aranmanai 3 25th film as a composer
Special appearance in the song "Theeyaga Thondri"
2022 Theal
Raangi
2023 Naadu
Upcoming films
Year Film Notes
TBA
Aleka
Aayiram Jenmangal
Delayed Jet Lee
Jasmine

As singer

Year Film Song(s) Lyrics Co-Singer(s) Notes
2011
Engeyum Eppodhum
"Masaamaa" M. Saravanan
2013 Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru "Azhagendral" Pa. Vijay Aalap Raju, Ranina Reddy
Ivan Veramathiri "Loveulla" Viveka
2014 Nedunchaalai "Thamirabharani" Mani Amudhavan
2015 Kanchana 2 "Silatta Pilatta" Logan Jagadeesh Kumar
2021 Theal "Enna Petha Devadhaiye" Uma Devi

Television

Accolades

  • Jaya Award For Sensational Music Debut  –
    Engeyum Eppodhum

References

  1. ^ "Tune in to Sathya". The Hindu. 25 May 2013. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
  2. ^ "17. C Sathya | Top 25 Music Directors in Tamil". Behindwoods.com. 15 September 2011. Retrieved 31 March 2016.

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