Female : Seerum alai
En mel paaigiradhae
En vaazhkkaiyai adithu poga
Paadhiyilae kural theigiradhae
En vaarthaigal avai saaga…..
Female : En kanneerae….
Ennaaven nee sindhaamal
Orr nodiyilae
En boomiyae keezh melaai
Female : Kal ondraai naanaa..
Sol indri naan povenaa
Ul kobamgonden thaanaa
Naavindri aavenoo sol pechae….
Language: Tamil
பெண் : சீறும் அலை என் மேல் பாய்கிறதே என் வாழ்க்கையை அடித்துப் போக பாதியிலே குரல் தேய்கிறதே என் வார்த்தைகள் அவை சாக….
பெண் : என் கண்ணீரே…. என்னாவேன் நீ சிந்தாமல் ஓர் நொடியிலே என் பூமியே கீழ்மேலாய்
பெண் : கல் ஒன்றாய் நானா சொல் இன்றி நான் போவேனா உள் கோபம்கொண்டேன் தானா நாவின்றி ஆவேனோ சொல் பேச்சே…..
Movie/Album name: Aladdin 2019
Song Summary:
"Eerum Ala" is a Tamil version of the song "Friend Like Me" from the 2019 live-action adaptation of Aladdin. The song is a vibrant, high-energy musical number performed by the Genie (Will Smith) as he introduces himself to Aladdin and showcases his magical abilities.
Song Credits:
Original Song:Friend Like Me (from Aladdin 1992)
Music Composer: Alan Menken
Lyrics (Tamil Version): Madhan Karky
Singer (Tamil Version): Suresh Peters
Performed by: Will Smith (as Genie in the film)
Musical Style:
Genre: Broadway-style musical, jazz, big band
Tempo: Upbeat, fast-paced
Mood: Playful, energetic, comedic
Raga Details:
Not applicable (Western-style composition with jazz influences)
Key Artists Involved:
Will Smith (as Genie, performer in the film)
Suresh Peters (Tamil playback singer)
Madhan Karky (Tamil lyricist)
Alan Menken (original composer)
Awards & Recognition:
The original Aladdin (2019) soundtrack was well-received but did not win major awards for this particular song.
Scene Context:
The song appears when Aladdin first rubs the magic lamp, summoning the Genie. The Genie introduces himself in a grand, theatrical fashion, showcasing his powers through elaborate dance sequences, visual effects, and humor. The Tamil version retains the same playful and magical tone as the original.