- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- Malaysia Vasudevan
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Maaveeran
- Movie release year
- 1986
- Lyrics added on
- 23 Apr 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
In this energetic track from 'Maaveeran' (1986), the hero issues a fiery warning to an arrogant opponent. He promises to return every blow or trouble given to him, warning against celebrating prematurely. Using vivid rural metaphors of young untied bulls and fierce heroism, he establishes his courage and determination to fight back against injustice.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Kondaattam dam venaam thaam thoom / Thindaattam dam aagum maanae maanae”
The rhyming pattern between 'Kondaattam' and 'Thindaattam' creates a rhythmic cadence in the line.
Metaphor
“Kattavizhntha kaalai kandruthaan maanae”
Comparing the opponent to an untied young calf ('Kattavizhntha kaalai kandru') that jumps around arrogantly.
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Sonnaal seiyyum sooran naanae / Oorae pesum veeran thaanae”
Rhyming ending phrases 'sooran naanae' and 'veeran thaanae' reinforce the heroic tone.
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Trivia
Maaveeran (1986) was a high-budget remake of the Hindi blockbuster 'Mard' (1985). It was notably the first Tamil film to be shot and released in the 70mm film format with 6-track stereophonic sound.
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