M.L.R. Karthikeyan’s ‘Legend’ album stars Nandamuri Balakrishna as a mythic hero. Lyricist Ramajogayya Sastry and composer Devi Sri Prasad construct a forceful Telugu anthem. The track establishes grandeur through orchestral intensity.
Released: March 21, 2023
Legend
M.L.R. Karthikeyan • From “Legend”
Legend Lyrics Translation (from “Legend”)
Sastry compares the protagonist to Rama, Bheema, and Che Guevara. The line ‘Gun Ayi Pele Gandhi Thatvam Veedu’ merges non-violent philosophy with combat resolve. Balakrishna’s character becomes justice personified through decisive actions.
Suryudu Chandrudu Ramudu BheemuduHe’s the Sun, the Moon, Lord Rama, and Bheema.
Krishnudu Vishnuvu Kalisarante VeeduHe’s what happens when Krishna and Vishnu become one.
Hey Maatalu Vaadadu Mounome PeluduHe doesn’t use words; his silence is what explodes.
Ekkadikkada Lekkalu TelustaduHe settles every score right on the spot.
Janame Nenu Nene JanamantaaduHe says, “I’m the people and the people are me.”
Raktam Range Raksha GunamantaaduHe says his blood’s very color is his will to protect.
Oopiri Mottham Udyama RangulaHis every breath is painted with the colors of revolution,
Dourjanyanni Nirjinchela Garjisthunnaduas he roars to destroy every act of tyranny.
He Is A LegendHe’s a legend.
He Is A LegendHe’s a legend.
He Is A LegendHe’s a legend.
He Is A LegendHe’s a legend.
He Is A LegendHe’s a legend.
He Is A LegendHe’s a legend.
He Is A Legend He Is A LegendHe’s a legend, he’s a legend.
Dharma Nibaddhudu Sarva SamardhuduHe’s bound by duty and capable of anything.
Cheekati Chilche Cheguvera VeeduHe’s the ‘Che Guevara’ who tears through the darkness.
Shakthi Samudrudu Shatru DurbhedyuduHe’s an ocean of power, impenetrable by any enemy.
Gun Ayi Pele Gandhi Thatvam VeeduHe’s the principle of Gandhi that fires like a gun.
Kadile Chattam Nadiche Nyayam VeeduHe’s the moving law and the walking embodiment of justice.
Veluturu Kanna Vegamga VasthaduHe arrives faster than the speed of light.
Nayakudaina Sevakude VeeduThough he’s a leader, he’s a servant to the people.
Kashtam Tudiche Chupudu Veyyi Charithalu RasthaduThe hand that wipes away pain writes a thousand histories.
He Is A Legend He Is A LegendHe’s a legend, he’s a legend.
He Is A Legend He Is A LegendHe’s a legend, he’s a legend.
He Is A Legend He Is A LegendHe’s a legend, he’s a legend.
He Is A Legend He Is A LegendHe’s a legend, he’s a legend.
Legend Music Video
Telugu ‘Legend’ lyrics translation uncovers a warrior-servant duality central to the album. Balakrishna’s role demonstrates strength coupled with public service. Karthikeyan’s delivery reinforces the hero’s moral invincibility.