- Lyricist
- Mani Amuthavan
- Singer
- Sid Sriram
- Music director
- D. Imman
- Movie name
- Bakrid
- Movie release year
- 2019
- Lyrics added on
- 29 Jan 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Aalanguruvigalaa' from Bakrid is a soulful and philosophical ode to nature, harmony, and co-existence. The protagonist addresses the sparrows, asking them to teach humans how to live peacefully without greed. It highlights the lesson that birds fly in search of love and simple sustenance, not gold or material wealth. Once humans realize this truth, genuine happiness will naturally enter their homes.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Apostrophe
“Aalanguruvigalaa / Enga vaasal varuvigalaa”
Directly addressing sparrows as 'Aalanguruvigalaa' to request wisdom about living simply.
Personification / Nature Metaphor
“Illaennu sollaama boomi / Ellarkkum ellaamtharum”
Attributing generosity and maternal care to Earth and the eastern sun which shower blessings unconditionally.
Contrast / Antithesis
“Anba theda / Eduthomae piravi / Thangam thedi / Parakkathae kuruvi”
Contrasting human greed (searching for gold) with the simple emotional fulfillment of birds (searching for love).
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Trivia
The film Bakrid revolves around the bond between a farmer and a camel named Sarah. The song highlights theme of co-existence between humans, animals, and nature, composed by D. Imman with vocals by Haricharan.
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