- Lyricist
- Mani Amuthavan
- Singer
- Rave Ravi
- Music director
- S. N. Arunagiri
- Movie name
- Goli Soda
- Movie release year
- 2013
- Lyrics added on
- 31 Mar 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This energetic folk-style track from Goli Soda serves as a sarcastic celebration of street smarts over arrogant oppressors. The singer boasts about their cleverness and reputation while reminding an adversary of their stubbornness in ignoring good advice. The lyrics mock the rival for putting on grand airs, dressing up like a wealthy foreigner, and 'flying high' in pride, only to ultimately fall flat on their face.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Nee kettu paaru pinnadi / Kekalaiyae munnadi”
The words 'pinnadi' (behind) and 'munnadi' (in front/before) rhyme at the end of alternating lines, giving a catchy folk rhythm.
Metaphor
“Yettatha uyarathila Aero plane-ah ottina”
'Flying an airplane at unreachable heights' is used as a metaphor for riding high on arrogance and hubris.
Anaphora (Repetition)
“Appurama appurama”
Repetition of 'Appurama appurama' emphasizes dramatic anticipation before mocking the rival's downfall.
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Trivia
Goli Soda (2014), directed by Vijay Milton, revolves around four teenage boys working in Chennai's Koyambedu market trying to create an identity for themselves. The movie became a massive sleeper hit, praised for its grounded action and authentic local flavor.
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