- Lyricist
- Viveka
- Music directors
- Not listed
- Movie name
- Jilla
- Movie release year
- 2014
- Lyrics added on
- 2 Dec 2016
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This energetic title track serves as a heroic hymn dedicated to the protagonist, Jilla. It describes his fearless disposition, unmatched power, and intense resolve to destroy those who do wrong or oppose him. Through vivid imagery of erupting volcanoes, blood, and disembowelment, the song establishes him as an unstoppable force of vengeance whose very thoughts are consumed by battle.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Rhyme (Iyaibu)
“Ada engum selvan dhilla”
The words 'Jilla' and 'Dhilla' rhyme at the line endings, creating an upbeat and rhythmic flow.
Hyperbole (Atiyuyarvu)
“Erimalai vedikkum”
Describing a volcano erupting near his eyes and his shadow trembling in eagerness exaggerates the character's rage and fiery aura.
Ethukai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Kuzhi parithavanathu”
The second consonant sound 'ழ' (zha) in 'Kuzhi' and 'Puzhan' forms traditional Tamil second-letter rhyming.
Did you know?
Trivia
Composed by D. Imman for the 2014 Tamil action film 'Jilla' starring Vijay and Mohanlal. Although 'Jilla' originates from an Urdu loanword meaning 'district', in Tamil cinema slang it denotes local authority, fearlessness, and regional swagger.
Keep listening
Songs with a similar feeling
From the same album
More songs from Jilla
View albumSpot an issue?
Help us improve the lyrics or English translation.