- Lyricist
- Uma Devi
- Singers
- Anirudh Ravichander, Vijay Sethupathi
- Music director
- Santhosh Narayanan
- Movie name
- Andhagan The Pianist
- Movie release year
- 2022
- Lyrics added on
- 19 Aug 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This energetic anthem from the film 'Andhagan' is a celebration of self-respect, hard work, and unyielding positivity in the face of life's daily struggles. The lyrics urge the listener to aim high ('climb to the peak like a lion'), maintain dignity without bowing down to anyone, and rely on honest work rather than deceitful shortcuts. It emphasizes that time and righteousness are one's true allies. While delivering a energetic folk beat, the song also subtly highlights social contrasts—such as a mannequin wearing expensive jeans while underprivileged children run bare on the streets. Ultimately, it encourages living life joyously, putting behind sorrow, and celebrating unity and strength with maximum energy.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Onomatopoeia / Rhythm Refrain
“Da ka dar nakka”
Rhythmic beat syllables ('Da ka dar nakka', 'Dan dakka') are used repeatedly to build energetic folk tempo and infectious beat.
Simile (Uvamaani)
“Singam pola sigaram yeruda”
Compares climbing to success and high stature with the majestic ascent of a lion ('Singam pola').
Contrast / Antithesis
“Show room bomma kooda / Jeans poduthu / Rotoram dress kuda / Illama pasanga oduthu”
Juxtaposes the luxury of a inanimate showroom dummy dressed in jeans against the stark reality of impoverished kids running naked on the roadside.
Personification
“Kaalam than unnoda thozhanda”
Personifies abstract concepts like Time ('Kaalam') and Justice ('Niyayam') as personal companions/friends.
Edhukai (Second letter rhyme)
“Nalla than aadiyachu / Ellamum paadiyachu”
The second letter in 'Nalla' and 'Ellamum' or 'Vannam' and 'Thunbangal' aligns across lines to create internal cadence.
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Trivia
'Andhagan' is the official Tamil remake of the 2018 Hindi black-comedy crime thriller 'Andhadhun'. This high-octane anthem track composed by Santhosh Narayanan brings together dynamic playback singing by top composer Anirudh Ravichander alongside popular actor Vijay Sethupathi, adding a unique colloquial and energetic flavor to the album.
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