- Lyricist
- Trichy Thiyagarajan
- Singer
- Balamuralikrishna
- Music director
- S. Rajeswara Rao
- Movie name
- Bhakta Prahlada
- Movie release year
- 1967
- Lyrics added on
- 23 Aug 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a sublime devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Narayana), rendered with Carnatic classical perfection. The lyrics celebrate the Lord as the ultimate source, the supreme support, and the embodiment of justice and moral truth. He is recognized as an omnipresent entity who transcends all physical and mental boundaries, resting gracefully upon the cosmic ocean and inspiring awe among both humans and celestials. The speaker reflects on the inadequacy of human praise when attempting to glorify a deity who is the very essence of sound (Naadha), music (Geetha), and holy scriptures (Vedas). Defeating pride and arrogance, the singer surrenders to the enchanting blue-complexioned Lord who resides within the lotus of every devotee's heart.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second letter rhyme)
“Aadhiyum naadhiyum neeyae devaa / Needhiyum nermaiyum neeyae devaa”
The second consonant 'dhi' (தி) matches in both 'Aadhiyum' and 'Needhiyum', creating a rhythmic second-letter rhyme scheme.
Monai (Initial letter alliteration)
“Engumae endrum ullavanae…ye”
Repetition of the initial vowel sound 'E' (எ) across 'Engumae' and 'endrum'.
Iyaibu (End rhyme)
“Naadhamoo geethamoo vedhamoo endru”
Repetition of the end suffix '-moo' across words 'Naadhamoo', 'geethamoo', and 'vedhamoo'.
Metaphor / Visual Imagery
“Neela meganae naarayana”
'Neela meganae' compares Narayana's dark, soothing complexioned form to a rain-bearing blue cloud, symbolizing grace and divine abundance.
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Trivia
This iconic devotional song from the 1967 film 'Bhakta Prahlada' was composed by S. Rajeswara Rao and sung by legendary Carnatic vocalist Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna, who voiced Narada. The film was produced by AVM Productions and became a massive hit across South Indian languages.
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