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Lyrics & meaning

Jai Shri Ram

From Adipurush · 2023

Lyricist
G. Muralidren
Singer
Chorus
Music director
Ajay – Atul
Details
Adipurush2023

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Chorus
Muneri selvomae naamWe shall march forward,
Un melanaa anbaalaeGuided by your supreme love.
Iddar neeki viraivomaeDispelling all distress, we shall hurry,
Un sudar veesum panbaalaeLed by your radiant character.
Chorus
Veezhadha padaiyae…An invincible army...
Thodarumae unaiyaeWill follow only you.
Thuya paresha…O pure Supreme Lord...
Avathara purushaa…O divine incarnation...
Manthirathin sirasaeThe crown of all sacred mantras
Nin naamamIs your holy name.
Chorus
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ram rajaa ramVictory to Lord Rama, King Rama.
Chorus
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ram rajaa ramVictory to Lord Rama, King Rama.
Chorus
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ram rajaa ramVictory to Lord Rama, King Rama.
Chorus
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama,
Jai shri ramVictory to Lord Rama.

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This grand devotional anthem from the movie Adipurush expresses absolute devotion and loyalty to Lord Rama. The verses describe an invincible army marching forward, inspired and guided by Rama's supreme love, radiant character, and divine nature. His name is elevated as the pinnacle of all sacred chants that dispels troubles and leads humanity toward righteousness.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Refrain / Epimone

Jai shri ram

The repeated chanting of 'Jai shri ram' builds a strong rhythmic cadence, evoking a sense of powerful collective worship and martial enthusiasm.

Metaphor

Manthirathin sirasae Nin naamam

Lord Rama's name is metaphorically described as the 'sirasae' (head or crown) of all mantras, emphasizing its supreme spiritual authority.

Iyaibu (End Rhyme)

Veezhadha padaiyae… / Thodarumae unaiyae

Matching end-sounds in 'padaiyae' and 'unaiyae' create melodic harmony across adjacent lines.

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Trivia

Composed by the renowned duo Ajay-Atul, the anthem 'Jai Shri Ram' was recorded with a massive live orchestra featuring over 55 musicians. The Tamil adaptation penned by G. Muralidren closely mirrors the sacred energy and cadence of the original Hindi chant.

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