He didn't have a flash drive—those were expensive luxuries. He frantically inserted a blank CD-R into the whining tray. The laser etched the data in a frantic dance. Just as the owner reached for the power switch, the tray popped open.

These songs showcase Rahman's incredible range and versatility as a music composer.

: While primarily a streaming service, you can purchase albums through the iTunes Store. Many Rahman tracks are available in Apple Digital Master quality, which is optimized for high-fidelity playback. Amazon Music : Offers both digital downloads and physical

Some of A R Rahman's most popular Tamil songs include: