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Jassie Gift is an Indian film music composer and playback singer known for his work in Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. He was born in Vithura and his parents are Gift Israel and Rajamma. From a young age, Jassie had a keen interest in music, particularly influenced by western music. He admired renowned composer Ilayaraja and was a fan of Freddie Mercury. Jassie received lessons in western piano and started singing and playing the keyboard in local bands. He is also a singer and keyboard player for the band Moby Dick.
Jassie Gift made his entry into the film music industry under the guidance of director Jayaraj. Before entering films, he composed songs for a couple of albums in Malayalam, including the popular album "Soona Soona." He also composed singles and became known for his innovative use of reggae fusion music infused with Indian ragas in the Malayalam music scene. Jassie's first film composition was for the movie "Saphalam." However, he gained widespread recognition after his songs in the movie "4 The People" became hits in Kerala, especially the song "Lajjavathiye."[2] The success of the film contributed to Jassie's rising popularity, and the song was later remade in Tamil and Telugu, receiving acclaim in all languages.[5]
Jassie Gift's musical talent and unique compositions have earned him accolades in the industry. He won the Best Music Director award at The Bangalore Times Film Awards in 2011, further solidifying his position as a notable music director.[3] With his distinct style and successful compositions, Jassie Gift continues to be a prominent figure in the Indian film music industry.