- Lyricist
- Muthamilan
- Singer
- Jagadeesh
- Music director
- Vijay Antony
- Movie name
- Yaman
- Movie release year
- 2017
- Lyrics added on
- 3 Mar 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This motivational song from the political thriller 'Yaman' (2017) urges an individual to rely on self-strength and inner courage rather than seeking external support when navigating the harsh realities of life. It emphasizes that life is filled with trials, betrayals, and deceptive illusions, but ultimate victory belongs to those who stand firm in righteousness and fight like a warrior. The lyricist highlights that an easy life without hurdles does not exist anywhere. Just as a traveler leaps over potholes on a rugged road, one must bypass hostility and deceit to achieve success. Ultimately, the song serves as an empowering anthem about resilience, righteous warfare (Dharma Yuddham), and self-reliance.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Naalai vidiyum / Unnal mudiyum”
The second consonant sound is matched across lines to create rhythmic balance, such as 'Naalai' (நாளை) and 'Unnal' (உன்னால்).
Simile (Upamai)
“Saalaiyil pallam pol / Thaandi sendridu”
Treachery and obstacles in life are explicitly compared to potholes on a road using the comparison marker 'pol' (like).
Symbolism
“Vaalaithookkidu…”
Lifting the sword ('Vaalaithookkidu') symbolizes adopting an unyielding, warrior-like mindset to overcome adversity.
Anaphora
“Neeyae… thaniyaai….. / Un thoalae thunaiyaai…”
The repetition of the core chorus lines throughout the song reinforces the theme of self-reliance.
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