1. Vande Mataram – Desadanam (1996)

Lyricist: Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

This soulful rendition combines classical music with national pride and is a favorite during national festivals.

2. Bharathamennal Parinayamalle – Panchagni (1986)

Lyricist: O. N. V. Kurup

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

A bold and poetic song challenging injustice and the concept of a brave and forward-looking nation.

3. Aakashamake Kanimalar – Kaalapani (1996)

Lyricist: O. N. V. Kurup

Singer: K. S. Chithra

This sentimental path shows the pain and pride of sacrificing a freedom fighter for the country.

4. Sathyameva Jayathe – Sandesham (1991)

Lyricist: Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

A firm reminder of the significance of truth and justice in a democratic world.

5. Keralam Keralam – (Public Patriotic Song)

Lyricist: P. Bhaskaran

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

A widely popular tribute to the pride and beauty of Kerala, commonly sung in schools and public events.

6. Janani Janmabhoomi– 1921 (1988)

Lyricist: Yusufali Kechery

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

A devotional song that worships mother and motherland equally.

7. Oru Vattam Koodiyen – Pularvettam

Lyricist: Gireesh Puthenchery

Singer: M. G. Sreekumar

A sentimental song conveying love and yearning for the country from a distance.

8. Pulari Velichamayi – Malootty (1990)

Lyricist: Bichu Thirumala

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

A hope-filled song, marking the beginning of a new dawn for the nation.

9. Swathanthryathinu Naam – (Choral Song)

Lyricist: Vayalar Ramavarma

Singers: Chorus

This anthem of freedom and oneness is a popular group song sung at national functions.

10. Swararaga Sudha – Rathinirvedam (1978)

Lyricist: Sreekumaran Thampi

Singer: K. J. Yesudas

Though not necessarily patriotic, its strong cultural identity is frequently employed in Kerala’s tributes to itself.

These songs maintain the spirit of patriotism in every Malayali heart.

By Kripa C. Saji of Loyola Academy, Alwal in Secunderabad.