Bhadra Rajin and Kapil Kapilan bring raw energy to ‘Nagaramo’ from the album Sahasam. Vinayak Sasikumar pens the lyrics, weaving a tale of struggle and introspection. Bibin Ashok’s tune matches the intensity of the words, setting a haunting tone.
Nagaramo
Bhadra Rajin | Kapil Kapilan • From “Sahasam”
Lyricist
Vinayak Sasikumar
Composer
Bibin Ashok
Sahasam’s Nagaramo Malayalam Lyrics English Translation
The wordsmith mentions termites swarming over the body, symbolizing decay and chaos. ‘Is this a city or is it hell as the darkness gathers?’ the songwriter asks, questioning the nature of existence. The poet repeats themes of fear and finding support, creating a loop of despair and hope.
Nagaramo Ithu Naragamo Irul AnayumoIs this a city or is it hell as the darkness gathers?
Ini Thelyumo Oru Puthiya MaargamWill a new path finally reveal itself now?
Oru Puthiya KaalamA new era?
Chithalukal Udal MuzhuvanumTermites have swarmed over my whole body,
Thala Perukave Chuvad IdaraveAs my head spins and my steps falter.
Ithu Keduthi KaalamThis is a time of ruin,
Ini KaruthidenamI’ve got to be careful now.
Vaathil Anayunna NerathuWhen the door’s closing in,
Kudungunna NerathuWhen I’m getting trapped,
Bhayamulla NerathuWhen fear’s taking hold,
Aaro Ina Eduthu Thuna EduthuSomeone finds a partner, finds support,
Nizhal EduthuFinds a shadow.
Swhaasam Kurugunna NerathuWhen my breath’s tightening,
Pidayunna Nerathu Patharunna NerathuWhen I’m gasping, when I’m stumbling,
Vegham Vazhinirathu MarikeniyorathuQuickly to the road’s edge, near death’s side,
MaruvidhiyorathuOn the brink of another fate.
Ee Samayagal Orutheera KathayaanoAre these moments an endless tale?
Ee Idanenjil Oliyambin UdayaanoIs this the rise of a hidden arrow in my chest?
Ee Ulkaadum Chathurangathaaruvaano NaamAre we the chess pieces of this inner forest?
Keduthaano KoluthunnaIs it the flame that kills or kindles?
Kodumkaattum Manssinte NaalamThe mind’s flame is a fierce storm,
Cheru NaalamA tiny flicker.
Idathaano Valathaano ThirikkendannariyaatheWithout knowing whether to turn left or right,
Pokum Oru YaanamA journey carries on.
Vaathil Anayunna NerathuWhen the door’s closing in,
Kudungunna NerathuWhen I’m getting trapped,
Bhayamulla NerathuWhen fear’s taking hold,
Aaro Ina Eduthu Thuna EduthuSomeone finds a partner, finds support,
Nizhal EduthuFinds a shadow.
Swhaasam Kurugunna NerathuWhen my breath’s tightening,
Pidayunna Nerathu Patharunna NerathuWhen I’m gasping, when I’m stumbling,
Vegham Vazhinirathu MarikeniyorathuQuickly to the road’s edge, near death’s side,
MaruvidhiyorathuOn the edge of another fate.
Ee Samayagal Orutheera KathayaanoAre these moments an endless story?
Ee Idanenjil Oliyambin UdayaanoIs this the rise of a hidden arrow in my chest?
Ee Ulkaadum Chathurangathaaruvaano NaamAre we the chess pieces of this inner forest?
Nagaramo Ithu Naragamo Irul AnayumoIs this a city or is it hell as the darkness gathers?
Ini Thelyumo Oru Puthiya MaargamWill a new path finally reveal itself?
Oru Puthiya KaalamA new era?
Chithalukal Udal MuzhuvanumTermites have swarmed over my whole body,
Thala Perukave Chuvad IdaraveAs my head spins and my steps falter.
The lyrics of ‘Nagaramo’ explore the tension between ruin and resilience. Bhadra Rajin and Kapil Kapilan’s performance in Sahasam adds depth to this powerful Malayalam track.
