Krazzy 4   Producer: Rakesh Roshan & Sunaina Roshan Director: Jaideep Sen Starring: Arshad Warsi, Irrfan Khan, Rajpal Yadav, Rajat Kapoor, Suresh Menon, Zakir Hussain, Dia Mirza, Juhi Chawla, and Ashwini Mushran Music: Rajesh Roshan Lyrics: Javed Akhtar & Asif Ali Beg Singers: Vishal Dadlani, Sunidhi Chauhan, Kailash Kher, Sowmya Raoh, and Neeraj Shridhar, Kirti Sagathia, Sudesh Bhonsle, Labh Janjua, Rahul Vaidya, Jimmy Moses, Bhavin Dhanak, Ankita Sachdev, Audio On: T Series    Number of Songs: 9 Album Released on: March 2008 Reviewed by: Aakash Gandhi  - Rating: 5.0 / 10 More Reviews and Analysis by PB Critics:     • Feature Review by Atta Khan - Rating: 5.5 / 10   Let us know what you think about this review

Up first is the title track, Krazzy 4. Let me tell you straight up, this song is nothing special at all. However, I'm very pleased to see Rajesh Roshan spread his wings and walk alongside musical trend by at least attempting to create a stylish cool number, a genre that seems to be the groove of the Industry as of late (with composers like Vishal-Shekhar, Pritam, and Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy leading the way). Unfortunately, Roshan's inexperience in the genre shines bright. While the beats and arrangements are strictly appropriate, Roshan misses on composing an addictive melody. Also, Roshan's usage of synths are extremely lackluster. Vocalist Vishal Dadlani (of Vishal-Shekhar) seems to be collaborating with a lot of composers of late - which is a wonderful thing to see in the Industry. His rendition is typical of most of his vocal works and brings that edgy feel you want in this type of song. Asif Ali Beg's English lyrics are passable. Verdict: From a critic's and a true music-lover's standpoint, this song is a dud.

Dekhta Hai Tu Kya is where Roshan puts his best foot forward. The filmi arrangements (reminiscent of the 90s) are appeasing, but it's the intermittent melody, above all, that makes this song enjoyable. The arrangements feature a variety of instrumental flavors, while Sunidhi Chauhan gives the melody a perfect touch of innocence and playfulness. Kailash Kher and Kirti Sagathia make very brief, but pleasing entrances. The best part of the song is the end, where Roshan ups the tempo for a foot-tapping exit. Akhtar's lyrics fill the mischievous mood with equally fun lyrics. Verdict: The track should be extremely enjoyable on screen. However, don't overplay this number, you'll risk getting sick of it very quickly.

Break Free is simply a mild reprise of the title track. Arrangements, vocalist, and melody all remain constant. Asif Ali Beg's lyrics are the only variable - and they are once again strictly passable. This song does deserve special mention, however, due to the fact that both Hrithik Roshan and Shah Rukh Khan make special appearances in this 'item number.' While Hrithik's choreography will be seen on the small screen promotional videos, girls can continue the drool-fest in the theatres where SRK's performance will be featured in the film.

O Re Laakad is a track that should have never been made! First and foremost, Roshan's title melody is laughable and extremely annoying. While the opening melody tests your nerves, the stanza is as sour as month-old milk. Moving on to arrangements, they contain no signs of creative thought at all. While the rhythm has no variations, the instrumental choices seem to be randomly picked, with no attention to the demands of the song. This poor choice of judgment carries into the vocals. There is a reason that Sowmya Raoh, Neeraj Shridhar, and Kailash Kher are never heard alongside one another - their vocal textures just don't blend! While individually they are all outstanding (Sowmya Raoh being the shooting star) , Roshan fails to identify the lack of coherence in this vocal set. With all honesty, I was so put off by the song that I wasn't even paying attention to the lyrics. Verdict: SKIP

Ik Rupiya gets started on a positive note with the revitalized play of orchestral strings and piano. The number seems to be a thematic dialogue piece, which features an intermittent melody with sporadic dialogues splashed over the horns throughout. We hear a variety of genres underneath a variable melody that is ever-changing as we progress through the musical styles. The vocal cast boasts of Sudesh Bhonsle, Kirti Sagathia, Bhavin Dhanak, Labh Janjua, Rahul Vaiyda, and Jimmy Moses. Javed Akhtar is in rare form writing a comical parody. Verdict: It has absolutely no playback value, but should get a decent exposure on screen.

I'm always thrilled to hear different composers' take on the national anthem Jan Gan Man. Roshan surprises with a refreshingly passionate re-creation of the anthem! The orchestral base blends beautifully with Ankita Sachdev's soul-stirring rendition. If in fact Rajesh Roshan has taken care of the arrangements, then this is undoubtedly his best performance of Krazzy 4's soundtrack. Verdict: A wonderfully arranged version of the national anthem, which will be treasures by all the true patriots.

DJ Aqeel adds remixes of Krazzy 4, Break Free, and Dekhta Hai Tu Kya.

To answer the question put forth in the intro - Rajesh Roshan fails yet again to provide audiences with a satisfying album. Roshan seems to be one of the left-over composers from the pre-2000 era that just can't get with the program. The two best offerings are Jan Gan Man and Dekhta Hai Tu Kya. Listen to this soundtrack only if you want to get burned!

Aakash Gandhi is Managing Editor and Senior Writer for Planetbollywood.com. He also freelances with the Asian Variety Show at avstv.com.