Thalapathi is a 1991 soundtrack highlighted by "Rakkamma", a song whose rapturous violin melodies and finger snaps made it incredibly popular with fans. Musical composer Ilaiyaraaja sustains the energy with the ensemble folk song, "Margazhithan", which relies solely on tablas and flutes for instrumental accompaniment. Meanwhile, the sweet echoes of S. Janaki’s vocals are carried by airy reed flutes and soft dilruba beats in the spiritual "Chinna Thayaval”.