- Lyricist
- Panchu Arunachalam
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Bhuvana Oru Kelvi Kuri
- Movie release year
- 1977
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Nov 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Raja Enbaar' from the film 'Bhuvana Oru Kelvi Kuri' (1977) is a deeply philosophical and emotional duet that expresses existential isolation, heartbreak, and acceptance of fate. The male protagonist reflects on his rootless existence and internal void despite praise from society, comparing his uncertain life to a swing hanging helplessly in mid-air. He laments the lack of love, empathy, and divine relief in his tortured existence. In response, the female voice offers solace and perspective, attempting to restore his sense of worth. She reminds him of his virtues, potential, and historical place in her life, acknowledging her own decision to step back due to self-perceived flaws. Together, the song paints a tragic yet poetic picture of two souls navigating emotional distress, fate, and detachment.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Emoni / Rhyme (Monai and Ethirai)
“Raajiyam illai aazha / Oru raaniyum illai vaazha”
Usage of second letter rhyming (Ethirai) across lines like Raajaa/Mandhiri and Raajiyam/Raaniyum, enhancing the rhythmic flow.
Metaphor (Uvamai / Uruvagamaai)
“Andharaththil oonjal / Aadugiren naalum”
Comparing an unstable, anxious mind to a swing hanging in mid-air without support (Andharaththil oonjal).
Parallelism / Contrast (Edhirnilai)
“Nilavukku vaanamundu / Malarukku vaasamundu”
Contrasting natural elements that have a belonging (sky for moon, fragrance for flower) with the speaker's total lack of belonging.
Anaphora
“Nilavukku vaanamundu / Malarukku vaasamundu / Kodikkoru kilaiyumundu”
Repetition of words ending in '-undu' to build an accumulative rhythm emphasizing elements of nature before contrasting with despair.
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Trivia
'Bhuvana Oru Kelvi Kuri' (1977), directed by S. P. Muthuraman and produced/written by Panchu Arunachalam, is a landmark Tamil film that redefined Rajinikanth's career by giving him a sympathetic, main lead role alongside Sivakumar. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, featuring soulful vocals by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and S. Janaki.
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