- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- Kailash Kher
- Music director
- Vidyasagar
- Movie name
- Abhiyum Naanum
- Movie release year
- 2008
- Lyrics added on
- 2 Jun 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This poignant song expresses the heartfelt emotion of a humble guardian or father figure on the occasion of a young girl's wedding. Lacking any material wealth, gold, or money in a box, he reflects on what dowry or gift he can possibly offer. Realizing that his affection transcends physical items, he offers his very life and soul as a gift, pleading with her not to dismiss it as something of low value but to accept his unconditional love.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Usura vida en kitta / Osandha porul yedhum illa”
Matching second consonants across lines, such as 'Usura' and 'Osandha' in lines 7 and 8.
Moonaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Pon illa porul illa”
Repetition of initial consonants like 'P' sound in 'Pon' and 'Porul' in line 5.
Hyperbole / Emotional Metaphor
“Ennusura naan thaaren / Yethukka en thaayi”
Literally offering one's life ('Ennusura naan thaaren') as a physical dowry gift to express absolute devotion and unconditional love.
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Trivia
Although listed with unknown credits in the query, 'Chinnamma Kalyaanam' from Abhiyum Naanum (2008) was composed by Vidyasagar, written by Vairamuthu, and sung powerfully by Kailash Kher. The track captures the central emotional anchor of the movie, focusing on a father's intense bond with his daughter.
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