- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- K. J. Yesudass
- Music director
- Manoj – Gyan
- Movie name
- Megam Karuththirukku
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 2 Jun 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This poignant song expresses intense grief, betrayal, and a critique of societal expectations. The protagonist addresses a beloved 'spotted deer' while reflecting on his powerlessness and lost self-respect. He draws vivid contrasts between sacred bonds (three knots of marriage) and oppressive shackles or bondage (six knots), highlighting the tragic loss of dignity despite serving others honorably.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Azhagaana pullimaanae unakkaaga azhuthenae”
Addressing the beloved or lost spirit as a 'pullimaan' (spotted deer) symbolizes innocence and vulnerability.
Contrast / Anthesis (Ethirnnilai)
“Moonu mudichchu vegumaanam oo…. Aarumudichchu avamaanam”
Contrasting 'Moonu mudichchu' (three knots of marriage/honor) with 'Aarumudichchu' (six knots of captivity/shackles).
Analogy / Allegory
“Puzhuvukku aasapattu pogum menae / Thoondiyilae maadikkittaa sogamthaanae”
Comparing human greed and tragic missteps to a fish getting hooked while chasing a worm.
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Trivia
Featured in the 1987 film 'Megam Karuththirukku', this moving track was composed by the musical duo Manoj-Gyan and rendered by K. J. Yesudas. Vairamuthu's lyrics utilize folk metaphors to convey deep philosophical anguish.
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