- Lyricist
- S. Gnanakaravel
- Singer
- Yazin Nizar
- Music directors
- Not listed
- Movie name
- Kirumi
- Movie release year
- 2015
- Lyrics added on
- 28 Aug 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Boom Boom Bootham' from the movie Kirumi serves as a cynical commentary on human nature, ego, betrayal, and self-preservation in a corrupt world. The 'bootham' (genie or inner voice) flatters the protagonist's ego, tempting him into believing he is superior and invincible while encouraging selfish and opportunist behavior. The lyrics equate modern informants and backstabbers to mythological figures like Narada and pop-culture icons like James Bond, framing espionage and betrayal as necessary tools for survival. It warns that no relationship is permanent and even one's shadow can turn against them, advising the listener to stay self-centered in a fundamentally dirty world.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Alliteration (Moni)
“Boom boom bootham”
Repetition of the 'b' consonant sound in 'Boom boom bootham' creates an energetic, rhythmic hook.
Metaphor
“Namma narathara Paathaakkaa Pottu kudupathil King dhaan da”
Comparing a local police informer/snitch ('Narathara') to the legendary mythical sage Narada and spy James Bond.
Personification
“Undhan nizhal kuda ornaalil Unnai kaatti tharum pagaiyaali”
Attributing human hostility and betrayal to one's own shadow ('Undhan nizhal... unnai kaatti tharum pagaiyaali').
Simile / Visual Imagery
“Veru ennam kannai kuthum Gundoosi”
Comparing distracting or moral thoughts to a sharp pin pricking the eye ('Gundoosi').
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Trivia
'Kirumi' (2015) is a critically acclaimed Tamil thriller starring Kathir, directed by Anucharan and co-written by M. Manikandan (director of Kaaka Muttai). The soundtrack was composed by K, with lyrics written by S. Gnanakaravel, capturing the gritty realities of police informers in Chennai.
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