- Lyricist
- Dhana
- Singers
- Karthik Raja, Dhana
- Music director
- Karthik Raja
- Movie name
- Padai Veeran
- Movie release year
- 2017
- Lyrics added on
- 15 Apr 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from Padai Veeran is an energetic anthem depicting the transformation and aspirational drive of a young man entering police service. Through marching rhythms and bold commands, the lyrics urge the protagonist to break barriers, explore possibilities, and embrace the dignity and authority associated with the police uniform and duty.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Epiphora (Iyaibu)
“Parakka parakka vaanam paaru / Kuthikka kuthikka aazham paaru”
The repetitive ending of lines with the word 'paaru' (look/see) creates a strong rhythmic cadence and instructional tone throughout the song.
Adukkuthodar (Reduplication)
“Parakka parakka vaanam paaru”
Consecutive repetition of action words like 'Parakka parakka' (flying flying), 'Kuthikka kuthikka' (jumping jumping), and 'Odi odi' (running running) emphasizes continuous effort and enthusiasm.
Metaphor
“Salichu pochu pazhaiya soru”
'Pazhaiya soru' (stale rice) acts as a metaphor for a stagnant, impoverished, and mundane life that the protagonist wishes to leave behind.
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Trivia
Padai Veeran (2018) marks the lead acting debut of renowned singer Vijay Yesudas, where he plays a carefree villager who becomes a police officer. The film was directed by Dhana, a former associate of veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam, and features music composed by Karthik Raja.
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