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Lyrics & meaning

Baatcha Paaru Baatcha Paaru

From Batsha · 1995

Lyricist
Vairamuthu
Singers
S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Chorus
Music director
Deva
Details
Batsha1995

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Chorus
Baasha…baasha…baasha…baashaBaasha... Baasha... Baasha... Baasha
Male
Aye…baatcha paaru baatcha paaruHey... Look at Baasha, look at Baasha!
Pattalathu nadaya paaruLook at his military-like stride!
Pagai nadungum padayai paaruLook at the force that makes enemies tremble!
Coat-u suit-u rendum edithuDressed in a suit and coat,
Pottu nadakkum puliya paaruLook at the walking tiger!
Male
Patri eriyum neruppu polaLike a blazing fire catching flame,
Sutterikkum vizhia paaruLook at his scorching eyes!
Raththam vervai rendum kondaCarrying both blood and sweat,
Raajaangathin mannan dhaanadaHe is indeed the king of this realm!
Male
{Ivan perukullae kaandham unduThere is a magnet hidden within his name,
Uunmaidhaanada} (2)That is the absolute truth!

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song serves as a grand intro glorifying the hero Baasha (played by Rajinikanth), highlighting his authority, stylish demeanor, and invincible aura. The lyrics describe him as a regal tiger in modern attire with a disciplined military stride, possessing intense eyes like fire and a persona that strikes fear into enemies while earning the love of the people.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Simile (Upamai)

Patri eriyum neruppu pola

Compares his sharp gaze to a blazing fire using 'pola' (like).

Metaphor (Uruvagam)

Pottu nadakkum puliya paaru

Directly compares the hero to a suit-wearing tiger and the king of a realm.

Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)

Coat-u suit-u rendum edithu / Pottu nadakkum puliya paaru

Matching second consonants in consecutive lines such as 'Pattalathu' and 'Pagai', or 'Coat-u' and 'Pottu'.

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Trivia

This iconic title track from the blockbuster 'Baasha' (1995) was composed by Deva and sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. It remains one of the ultimate hero introduction songs in Tamil cinema, celebrated for its high energy and Rajinikanth's signature style.

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