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Annaatthe Annaatthe

From Annaatthe · 2020

Lyricist
Viveka
Singers
S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Chorus
Music director
D. Imman
Movie name
Annaatthe
Movie release year
2020
Lyrics added on
26 Aug 2021

Lyrics & meaning

♫ Tanglish lyrics
↻ English translation
Gaadham kanakka
Kanna paaru kanna paaru
Aale midukka annaan paaru annaan paaru
Ooru poora thaaru maara visilu paraakka
Aravarathoda saththam therikka therikka
Veerathukku verai peeru kalaiyannu sollu
Vetri vaaga sooda porom kooda sernthu nillu
Hei hei hei hei hei hei…….
Annaatthe annaatthe
Varen athiraadi saravaadi
Theruvengum veesu
Annaatthe annaatthe
Varen nadaaiyila udaiyila
Kola kola massu
Koondula puyalukku velaiyilla
Thaandi vaa kadamaigal kaathirukku
Thoondilaa thimingalaam mathipathilla
Thuninji vaa kadavulae thunaai namakku
Urudhivudan modhu modhu
Ulagaaiaye jeyikkalaam
Unakku inaai yedhu yedhu
Vaanaiyum valaikkalaam
Annaatthe annaatthe
Varen athiraadi saraavadi
Theruvengum veesu
Hei hei hei hei hei hei…….
Thalaivaa
Thalaivaa
Thalaivaa
Thalaivaa
Keezhadikku pakkathooru
Vaaritharum vaigai aaru
Niththaam niththaam nellu sooru
Thaaladikkum kalathula thappipona nellai alli
Paasi aarum paththu ooru
Veril veeram thaangi oongi vaazhum
Adhisaaya nilamaada
Maaril eetti vaangi poril modhum
Maara thamizh inamada
Paasakkara nesakkaara
Velaikaara moolaikkara
Mayakkara machakara kaavakkara vaaya
Kalaam vazhvil ponnanathu
Adhaai gavanam vaithu munneridu
Aasai migavum polladhadhu
Adhan kaadhai thirugi kaarai sernthidu
Ulaginil azhagu yedhu sollaava
Edhirikkum irangum gunam allaava
Uyarthara veeram yedhu sollaava
Suyathavarunarum seyal allaava
Netriyila vervaai venum
Nenjil nermai venum
Mathathellam ennam pola
Thaana vandhu serum
Podae
Annaatthe annaatthe
Varen athiradi saravadi
Theruvengum veesu
Annaatthe annaatthe
Varen nadaiyila udaiyila
Kola kola massu
Looking far into the distance,
Look at his eyes, look at his eyes!
Full of swagger, look at our big brother, look at our big brother!
Wild whistles ringing across the whole town,
With explosive sounds blasting everywhere!
Say that Kalaiyan is another name for bravery!
We are going to wear the crown of victory, stand with us!
Hey hey hey hey hey hey...!
Annaatthe, Annaatthe!
Here comes the explosive string of firecrackers,
Throw it across every street!
Annaatthe, Annaatthe!
Here I come, in my stride and my style,
Pure killer mass!
A storm has no place inside a cage,
Break out and come, duties are waiting!
A whale never cares for a fishing hook,
Step forward boldly, God is on our side!
Clash on with determination,
We can conquer the whole world!
What could ever match you?
You can bend the sky itself!
Annaatthe, Annaatthe!
Here comes the explosive string of firecrackers,
Throw it across every street!
Hey hey hey hey hey hey...!
Leader!
Leader!
Leader!
Leader!
A village neighboring Keeladi (historic site),
Blessed by the giving Vaigai river,
Rice from fresh paddy every single day!
Gathering the leftover grains from the threshing floor,
Ten neighboring villages satisfy their hunger!
Standing tall with courage in its very roots,
This is a wondrous land!
Taking spears to the chest in fierce battle,
This is the unyielding Tamil race!
Full of affection, full of love,
Hardworking and sharp-witted,
Charming, blessed, our guardian—come on!
Time in this life is golden,
Keep that in mind and surge ahead!
Desire is a dangerous thing,
Twist its ear and reach the shore safely!
Shall I tell you what is true beauty in this world?
Isn't it having mercy even on an enemy?
Shall I tell you what true courage is?
Isn't it the act of recognizing your own mistake?
You must have sweat on your brow,
You must have honesty in your heart,
Everything else, just as you desire,
Will come to you on its own!
Come on!
Annaatthe, Annaatthe!
Here comes the explosive string of firecrackers,
Throw it across every street!
Annaatthe, Annaatthe!
Here I come, in my stride and my style,
Pure killer mass!
Chorus
Chorus
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Chorus
Chorus
Chorus
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Beyond the translation

Overall song meaning

'Annaatthe Annaatthe' is a high-energy intro song celebrating the charismatic, legendary persona of the protagonist while delivering timeless life wisdom. The song paints a vivid picture of rural Tamil pride, connecting the hero's strength to ancient roots, the generous Vaigai river culture, and noble human virtues like hospitality and courage. Beyond celebration, the lyrics serve as a motivational sermon, urging listeners to value time, work hard with honesty, control destructive desires, and show compassion even to foes. Delivered with iconic vigor by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, it blends infectious festive beats with uplifting moral philosophy.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Edhugai (Second Letter Rhyme)

“Netriyila vervaai venum / Nenjil nermai venum”

Matching second consonants across lines to create rhythmic Tamil meter, as seen in 'Netriyila' and 'Nenjil' ('t' / 'n' sound patterns).

Moonaai (Initial Alliteration)

“Paasakkara nesakkaara / Velaikaara moolaikkara”

Repetition of initial consonant sounds across adjacent words, such as 'Velaikaara' and 'Moolaikkara' or 'Paasakkara' and 'Nesakkaara'.

Metaphor

“Koondula puyalukku velaiyilla”

Comparing human potential to a trapped storm ('puyal') inside a cage ('koondula') that needs to break free.

Hyperbole / Imagery

“Thoondilaa thimmingalaam mathipathilla”

Using the imagery of a giant whale ignoring a tiny fishing hook to symbolize a grand mind ignoring petty obstacles.

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Trivia

'Annaatthe Annaatthe' holds emotional significance in Tamil cinema history as it was the final hero entrance song recorded by legendary playback singer S. P. Balasubrahmanyam for Superstar Rajinikanth before his passing in September 2020. Their iconic singer-actor collaboration spanned over four decades.

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