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Lyrics & meaning

Edutha Sabadam

From Oor Kavalan · 1987

Lyricist
Vairamuthu
Singer
K. J. Yesudas
Music director
Shankar Ganesh
Details
Oor Kavalan1987

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Edutha sabadham mudippaen kalangaadhaeI will fulfill the vow I took, do not be distressed.
Unakkum vaazhvu koduppen varundhaadhaeI will give you a good life, do not worry.
Indha nyaayam aniyaayam oru naal jeyippaenaeI will overcome this justice and injustice one day.
Male
Edutha sabadham mudippaen kalangaadhaeI will fulfill the vow I took, do not be distressed.
Unakkum vaazhvu koduppen varundhaadhaeI will give you a good life, do not worry.
Indha nyaayam aniyaayam oru naal jeyippaenaeI will overcome this justice and injustice one day.
Male
Pacha kilikkoru vella podavaiyaA white saree for a green parrot?
Thara viduvaenaaWill I allow that to happen?
Koyil silai onnu kuppaiyilae sellaA temple idol going into the garbage?
Vittu viduvaenaaWill I let that happen?
Ooru sollum paechil unmai irukkaaIs there truth in what the town speaks?
Unmai solla ponaal vambu vazhakkaaIf one goes to tell the truth, does it lead to conflict?
Arivukku maelae sakthi irukkaaIs there a power greater than intellect?
Anbukku maelae bakthi irukkaaIs there a devotion greater than love?
Male
Edutha sabadham mudippaen kalangaadhaeI will fulfill the vow I took, do not be distressed.
Unakkum vaazhvu koduppen varundhaadhaeI will give you a good life, do not worry.
Indha nyaayam aniyaayam oru naal jeyippaenaeI will overcome this justice and injustice one day.
Male
Chandhiran sooriyan maari udhikkattumEven if the sun and moon exchange their rising order,
Sattiyam thorkaadhuTruth will never be defeated.
Saadhi sanam ingu sandhiyil paesattumLet the kith and kin gossip at the crossroads,
Dharmangal saagaadhuRighteousness will never die.
Unnai enni thaanae uyir valarppenThinking of you alone, I will cherish my life.
Kungumathai naanaa kollai adippenWould I ever rob the sacred vermilion?
Nalla vazhi kandu nalam koduppaenFinding a good path, I will give you well-being.
Ulla padi pennae uyir koduppaenAs promised, oh girl, I will even sacrifice my life.
Male
Edutha sabadham mudippaen kalangaadhaeI will fulfill the vow I took, do not be distressed.
Unakkum vaazhvu koduppen varundhaadhaeI will give you a good life, do not worry.
Indha nyaayam aniyaayam oru naal jeyippaenaeI will overcome this justice and injustice one day.

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song from the movie Oor Kavalan represents a solemn pledge of protection, justice, and honor made by the protagonist to a vulnerable woman. He reassures her not to lose heart, swearing to overcome all obstacles, social stigma, and injustice to secure her happiness and dignity.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor (Uvamaani)

Pacha kilikkoru vella podavaiya

The lyricist compares the young innocent woman to a 'green parrot' (Pacha kili) and a 'temple idol' (Koyil silai) to highlight her purity and precious nature.

Iyaibu (End Rhyme)

Edutha sabadham mudippaen kalangaadhae / Unakkum vaazhvu koduppen varundhaadhae

The rhyming end sounds 'kalangaadhae' and 'varundhaadhae' create a comforting and rhythmic cadence.

Monai (Initial Alliteration)

Arivukku maelae sakthi irukkaa / Anbukku maelae bakthi irukkaa

Repetition of initial consonant/vowel sounds in words like 'Arivukku' and 'Anbukku' adds melodious structure.

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Trivia

Oor Kavalan (1987) stars Superstar Rajinikanth and Radhika in lead roles. The film's music was composed by the duo Shankar-Ganesh, and this reassuring track features vocals by legendary singer S. P. Balasubrahmanyam with lyrics by Vairamuthu.

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