- Lyricist
- Dhanush
- Singers
- Anirudh Ravichander, Dhanush
- Music director
- Anirudh Ravichander
- Movie name
- Maari
- Movie release year
- 2015
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Feb 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a mass introduction track celebrating the swagger, ruthlessness, and local street dominance of the character Maari. Written in authentic Madras Bashai (Chennai slang), the lyrics describe Maari's fearsome reputation—warning foes that backstabbing or showing off arrogance will lead to immediate violence. Despite his intimidating rowdy nature, he is depicted as an authentic and unfiltered hero of his locality.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaibu (End Rhyme / Pun)
“Ye paatheenna moracha maari / Moonji aayidum vera maari.”
Extensive double-entendre and end-rhyme built around the word 'Maari', switching between the protagonist's name and the Tamil word meaning 'like/in the manner of'.
Madras Bashai (Local Colloquialism)
“Ai guiltaanaan da enga maari…”
Use of street slang words such as 'Dagulu' (fake/fraud), 'Guiltu' (pure/authentic), and 'Dhaulath' (wealth/power/arrogance) to create a raw, urban atmosphere.
Repetition / Anaphora
“Andha andha andha maari”
Rhythmic repetition of 'Andha' and 'Enga maari' to build tempo and musical momentum.
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Trivia
The lyrics were penned by lead actor Dhanush himself, utilizing popular Chennai street slang terms. The soundtrack composed by Anirudh Ravichander became immensely popular for its mass-appealing local rhythm.
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