In the pre‑Internet era, fans relied on cassette tapes, VCRs, and later DVDs to watch Ilaiyaraaja’s songs. The rise of broadband connectivity and streaming services revolutionized access: platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, JioSaavn, and regional services like Gaana and Wynk now host large catalogs of his work. These services offer download options—either as part of a subscription or as one‑time purchases—ensuring that the artist, lyricists, singers, and production houses receive royalties.
The Problem of Piracy
Introduction