'Piyaneni' Song
Reverend Corea was immortalised in a song in the 1970s when the Sri Lankan superstar Clarence Wijewardena composed 'Piyaneni' (Father) in memory of this much loved priest, who worked tirelessly for the poor. 'Piyaneni' was sung by Wijewardena's music partner, superstar Annesley Malewana and recorded at Auggie Ranaweera's studio in Bambalapitiya, in Colombo. Another famed Sri Lankan musician, Helen Lucas was on the electric organ and the backing was provided by the Super Golden Chimes. 'Piyaneni' went on to become a huge hit in South Asia. Annesley Malewana has sung the composition in memory of Canon Ivan Corea, all over the world.
Listen to 'Piyaneni' here:
- Annesley Malewana sings the Clarence Wijewardena tribute to Reverend Ivan Corea
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