- Lyricist
- Dhanush
- Singers
- A. R. Rahman, Dhanush
- Music director
- A. R. Rahman
- Movie name
- Raayan
- Movie release year
- 2024
- Lyrics added on
- 28 Mar 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song captures the fierce, protective, and unyielding spirit of the protagonist, Raayan. It portrays him as a loyal yet fearsome force who would give his life for his family and loved ones, but burn down his enemies like fire. The lyrics reflect on philosophical themes of destiny, human mortality, family bonds, and righteousness versus evil, comparing the destruction of hatred to the traditional festival of Bhogi where old items are burned.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Rhyme (Edhugai)
“Adangaatha asuran dhaan / Vanangaadha manushan dhaan”
Repetition of second consonant sounds across lines (e.g., 'Adangaatha' and 'Vanangaadha').
Metaphor
“Adangaatha asuran dhaan”
Comparing the protagonist directly to a demon ('asuran') and fire ('theeya') to emphasize his intensity and power.
Repetition (Anaphora / Onomatopoeia)
“Dum dum dum paasamum”
Use of rhythmic percussion sounds 'Dum dum dum' and ritualistic chanting 'Bhogi bhogi' to build visceral intensity.
Alliteration (Monaai)
“Porukku poganum poganum”
Repetition of initial letters/sounds like 'P' sound in 'Porukku poganum poganum / Porula eduthu vaaya'.
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Trivia
This powerful anthem from Dhanush's 50th film 'Raayan' features vocals by both A. R. Rahman and Dhanush himself. The term 'Bhogi' references the Tamil festival day preceding Pongal where old, discarded things are burnt, symbolizing the purging of enmity and negative forces of evil.
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