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Lyrics & meaning

Maara Theme

From Soorarai Pottru · 2020

Lyricist
Arivu
Singers
Suriya, G. V. Prakash Kumar
Music director
G. V. Prakash Kumar
Movie name
Soorarai Pottru
Movie release year
2020
Lyrics added on
2 Dec 2019

Lyrics & meaning

♫ Tanglish lyrics
↻ English translation
Parundhaaguthu oor kuruvi
Vanangadhathu en piravi
Adanga pala madangavuren
Thadutha adha odachi varuven
Ippa vandhu modhu daa
Kitta vandhu paaru daa
Kattarundha kaala
Nenju mela yera podhu daa
Thimirudaa…
Thimira thimira nimuru daa
Nilama nilama unaru daa
Payanam payanam thodaru daa
Thaa ippa naanum vera daa
Kitta vandhu paaru daa
Paaru daa……………..
The little sparrow is turning into an eagle
I was born never to bow down
Wild and unstoppable, I grow a hundredfold
If you block me, I will smash right through
Come face me now!
Come close and see!
A bull breaking free of its tether
Is about to trample right over your chest!
Pure defiance, man!
Defy them all and stand tall!
Realize where you stand!
Keep pushing forward on your journey!
Damn... I'm a whole different man now!
Come close and see...
Just look at me...
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Beyond the translation

Overall song meaning

This song serves as an intense anthem of rebellion, transformation, and unyielding determination, reflecting the protagonist Nedumaaran Rajangam's journey in 'Soorarai Pottru'. The lyrics metaphorically depict a humble local sparrow evolving into a fierce eagle that refuses to be suppressed by societal limits or powerful adversaries. It celebrates resilience, grit, and the spirit of rising above obstacles against all odds. With raw energy, the track warns opponents who try to block the protagonist's vision, likening his spirit to an untamed bull charging forward. Written by Arivu and performed by actor Suriya himself, the track captures the fierce confidence and unrelenting ambition needed to break monopolies and achieve monumental dreams.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor

Parundhaaguthu oor kuruvi

Compares a ordinary person rising above limitations to a humble sparrow ('oor kuruvi') transforming into a majestic eagle ('parundhu').

Metaphor

Kattarundha kaala

Compares the protagonist's uncontrollable determination to an untamed bull ('kattarundha kaala') charging ahead.

Adukkuthodar (Repetition for Emphasis)

Thimira thimira nimuru daa

Uses doubled words like 'Thimira thimira', 'Nilama nilama', and 'Payanam payanam' to create a rhythmic, rallying chant that reinforces passion and intensity.

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Trivia

This energetic track features vocals by lead actor Suriya himself, marking a rare vocal performance by him. Written by popular indie artist and lyricist Arivu, the song encapsulates the rebellious spirit of Captain G. R. Gopinath, the founder of Air Deccan, upon whose life the film 'Soorarai Pottru' is loosely based.

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