Unveiling Divinity: The Solitary Smile's Heavenly Echo

1971 - Reflecting upon the time when we were young, innocent and smiling 😊😇😄😁🥰!!!

In that year, a profound, lyrical composition graced our screens, filling our hearts with a philosophical vision that continues to resonate deeply. The song in question is from the Tamil film "Babu", featuring an unforgettable performance by the then young and talented Shivaji. Acting alongside him, was the radiant & cute Sridevi, whose youthful charm and innocence was perfectly encapsulated in her portrayal.

The film was a landmark of its time, and this particular song is a standout, embodying the essence of that era.

It was an era when life was simpler, and these virtuous sentiments were woven seamlessly into the fabric of our everyday lives, thanks to timeless art pieces like this song.

The lyrics, penned by the young poet Vaali, were imbued with such depth and meaning that they have remained fresh and young, even after all these years. 

The song was in the voice of TMS a spiritual beacon, an echo of divinity that continues to ring in my ears.

Unveiling Divinity: The Solitary Smile's Heavenly Echo

Behold, my deity before me,
seen in a solitary smile,
In a gaze filled with affection, there resides God,
Within a heart brimming with kindness, a temple is established.

In the aroma of blooming flowers, a fragrance sublime,
The sweetness in the song of the hummingbird,
The coolness of the cloud quenching the thirst of the earth,
The sweetness within the raining droplets,

The wisdom acquired from reading myriad texts,
The wealth you distribute with the public welfare in mind,
The joy you hold in the progress of others,
These are greater than all, for therein resides the divine,

In labor and sweat, understanding life,
A poor man nurturing life,
His blossoming laughter, a divine symphony,
In that laughter, I saw God.

The profundity of these lines struck a chord within me, and even now, as I look back, I am filled with a sense of awe and reverence. There's no need to delve deeper into the lyrics; their wisdom is etched in black and white, just like the beautiful monochromatic visuals of the video.

Now, I invite you to revisit the past with me, to soak in the beauty of the words, the acting, the melody, and the divine essence that this song brings forth. I've posted a video of this unforgettable song, enacted by the then young Shivaji and the innocent Sridevi.

A classic, a gem, a divine melody — let the aura of this song take you back to simpler times and enlighten your hearts, as it continues to enlighten mine.

Here is the full song for you