Arivu

Arivu
Arivu performing with The Casteless Collective in Chennai
Background information
Birth name	Arivarasu Kalainesan
Born	India
Genres	Hip hop folk gaana oppari pop
Occupations	Rapper singer songwriter
Years active	2017–present

Arivarasu Kalainesan, more commonly known as Arivu, is an Indian rapper, singer, songwriter and composer. He is best known for his independent singles, including "Enjoy Enjaami", and for his work on film numbers like "Vaathi Raid" from Master (2021), "Single Pasanga" from Natpe Thunai (2019), "Neeye Oli" from Sarpatta Parambarai (2021) and "Golden Sparrow" from Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam. Arivu’s music is characterized by its unapologetically bold lyricism, often delving into diverse themes such as socio-political commentary, love, co-existing with nature and Tamil culture. Through a combination of storytelling, folk melodies, and rap, he crafts a sonic experience that resonates with listeners from diverse backgrounds. Arivu's style is also distinguished by his use of Oppari, a traditional Tamil form of lament singing, blended with rap. His work is notable for bridging traditional Tamil music and Western genres, allowing a new generation to connect with cultural roots while enjoying modern beats.