“Naan Yaar Iraiva” is a Tamil song by Yuvan Shankar Raja from the movie “Dragon.” The lyrics’ title means “O Lord” in Tamil, and the song expresses a deep longing for identity and purpose in a chaotic world. The lyrics by Ko. Sesha explores the struggle between human nature and the darker sides of humanity. Leon James’s music enhances the feeling of searching for answers. The song features Pradeep Ranganathan and Anupama Parameswaran, with visual direction by Ashwath Marimuthu, creating a powerful storytelling experience.
| Name | Iraivaa |
| Release | Dragon |
| Performers | Yuvan Shankar Raja |
| Writers | Ko. Sesha |
| Music Producer | Leon James |
| Star Cast | Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran |
In “Iraivaa,” Yuvan Shankar Raja asks essential questions about what it means to be human. The lyrics discuss the fight between ignorance and awareness, encouraging listeners to think about their actions and choices. The chorus, “Naan Yaar Iraivaa, Vidai Thaa Iraivaa,” means “Who am I, O Lord? Give me an answer, O Lord!”
Dragon Movie’s Naan Yaar Iraivaa Lyrics Translation (in English)
Arakkargal Vanil Irunthu Iranguvathillai,
Demons do not descend from the sky,
Manithan Dhan Theemai Seithu Arakkan Agiran,
It is a man who commits evil and becomes a demon.
Idhaiyathil Dharmam Endrum Uranguvathillai,
Yet, justice never truly sleeps.
Idhai Unarbavan Thane Meendum Manithan Agiran,
The one who understands this becomes human again.
Ingu Edhai Thedi Vanthom Indru,
What have we come seeking here today?
Edhu Vaga Anom Indru,
What have we become today?
Ariyathavan Mirugam Agiran,
The one who does not understand it becomes an animal.
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Vidai Tha Iraiva,
Give me an answer, O Lord!
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Bathil Solla Mannil Varuvaya,
Will you come to earth to answer me?
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Vidai Tha Iraiva,
Give me an answer, O Lord!
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Vidaiyaga Enakkul Varuvaya,
Will you come within me as my answer?
Ingu Pirar Sindhum Kаnneer,
If one finds warmth in another’s tears,
Mazhaiyil Kulir Kaya Vendum Endru,
And wishes enjoyment from it
Ninaikkindravan Arakkan Agiran,
That thought alone gives birth to a demon.
Nan Pirar Kanda Kanavai Kondru,
If I destroy the dreams of another,
Uyir Vazhvathu Sariya Endru,
And call it the right way to live.
Kelvi Ketpavan Manithan Agiran,
The one who questions this becomes human again.
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Vidai Tha Iraiva,
Give me an answer, O Lord!
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Bathil Solla Mannil Varuvaya,
Will you come to earth to answer me?
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Vidai Tha Iraiva,
Give me an answer, O Lord!
Nan Yar Iraiva,
Who am I, O Lord?
Vidaiyaga Enakkul Varuvaya,
Will you come within me as my answer?
Iraivaa Music Video
You can watch the music video for “Iraivaa” above. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, it features moving performances by Anupama Parameswaran and Pradeep Ranganathan, capturing the song’s journey of self-discovery.
Translated by: Sakthimahi