- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Chorus
- Music director
- Deva
- Movie name
- Batsha
- Movie release year
- 1995
- Lyrics added on
- 13 Jun 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
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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