- Lyricist
- Arunraja Kamaraj
- Singer
- Arunraja Kamaraj
- Music director
- Santhosh Narayanan
- Movie name
- Kabali
- Movie release year
- 2016
- Lyrics added on
- 27 Nov 2016
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Neruppu Da' is an explosive, high-energy anthem from the 2016 film 'Kabali' that serves as a bold declaration of resilience, dignity, and defiance against oppression. The lyrics portray the protagonist, Kabali, as an unyielding fire who refuses to back down or break under pressure. Through intense imagery and powerful dialogue, the song urges the downtrodden to break free from fear and subjugation while celebrating the grand, triumphant return of an iconic leader after 25 years.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor
“Neruppu da nerungu da paapom”
Compares the protagonist directly to fire ('Neruppu'), symbolizing indestructible power and passion.
Edugai (Second-letter rhyme)
“Karuniyai maru kavalaigalai aru”
The second consonant 'ru' rhymes across consecutive words/phrases ('Karuniyai' / 'Aru').
Monaai (Alliteration)
“Viduthalai adai / Vidaiyenna ninai”
Repetition of the initial sound 'Vi' across consecutive lines ('Viduthalai' / 'Vidaiyenna').
Repetition (Epizeuxis)
“Yaavum inge maayam maayam”
Emphatic repetition of words like 'Maayam', 'Modhum', and 'Aarum' for rhythmic urgency and emphasis.
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Trivia
Composed by Santhosh Narayanan and written/sung by Arunraja Kamaraj along with Rajinikanth's iconic dialogue delivery, 'Neruppu Da' became an overnight viral phenomenon. The song's punch line 'Naan vandhuten nu sollu' (Tell them I'm back) and Rajinikanth's signature word 'Maghizhchii' became widely popular pop-culture catchphrases.
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