- Lyricist
- Kabilan
- Singers
- Amalraj, Kovai Kamala
- Music director
- Devi Sri Prasad
- Movie name
- Villu
- Movie release year
- 2009
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Apr 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song serves as the energetic hero introduction track for Vijay in the film 'Villu' (2009). The hero, named Villu, proclaims that while he seeks divine power and weapons—Rama's bow, Bhima's mace, Murugan's peacock, and Shiva's mountain—from the gods, the only thing he seeks from the public is their love and affection. He presents himself as a fearless guardian and a champion of the common people. The lyrics emphasize strong social values: living together harmoniously like school children without caste barriers, living fearlessly like a leopard, working hard daily, helping the needy without seeking publicity, and wishing for a peaceful homeland for displaced refugees. It establishes the hero's righteous character, boundless energy, and deep social conscience.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamai Ani (Simile)
“Ae pallikkooda pillaiya pola”
Compares unity among people regardless of caste to the innocent, unbiased togetherness seen among school children.
Uvamai Ani (Simile)
“Pulli vachcha vengaiya pola”
Compares a fearless lifestyle to a spotted leopard, representing agility and boldness.
Iyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Kondattam / Thindattam”
The words 'Kondattam' (celebration) and 'Thindattam' (struggle) rhyme at the end of alternating lines.
Iyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Meththai illaama thookkam varum / Vaazhumbodhae sorgham varum”
Both couplet endings rhyme with 'varum' (will come).
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Nillu nillu nillu nillu”
Repetition of the initial 'N' sound across the line for rhythmic impact.
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Trivia
'Hey Rama Rama' (also known as 'Villu Varran Villu') is the hero introduction song from the 2009 Tamil action-masala film 'Villu', directed by Prabhu Deva and starring Vijay in a dual role. The song's lyrics were penned by Kabilan. Highlighting Vijay's signature dance style and mass appeal, the track sets up the heroic and socially conscious persona of the protagonist.
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