- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- T. M. Soundararajan
- Music director
- S. M. Subbaiah Naidu
- Movie name
- Sabash Thambi
- Movie release year
- 1967
- Lyrics added on
- 20 Jan 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This energetic song is an ode of encouragement and brotherhood. The speaker praises the righteous deeds and selfless service of his younger brother, asserting that with mutual support, they have the power to transform society for the better. He comforts his brother, assuring him that patience and courage will prevail against any wicked force or adversity. The lyricist Vaali uses strong motivational themes, encouraging perseverance during challenging times. The song assures that no matter how fierce the opposition (symbolized as a great storm), the elder brother will stand as a shield to overcome obstacles and fight for justice.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Anaphora (Repetition)
“Sabash thambhi thambhi thambhi”
The phrase 'Sabash thambhi' is repeated continuously across the refrain to emphasize admiration and solidarity.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kaalam vandhadhu poru thambhi / Kaathirundhal enna thambhi”
Alliteration of the initial 'Ka' sound across consecutive lines ('Kaalam', 'Kavalaipadaamal', 'Kaathirundhal', 'Kaapaatriduven').
Metaphor
“Kurukkae varalaam perum puyalae”
'Perum puyal' (great storm) is used as a metaphor to represent the severe hardships and dangerous opposition faced when fighting evil.
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Trivia
The song is from the 1967 Tamil film 'Sabash Thambi' starring Jaishankar. The film features energetic musical compositions by veteran director S. M. Subbaiah Naidu, with legendary singer T. M. Soundararajan lending his powerful voice to Vaali's inspiring lyrics.
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