- Lyricist
- Dhanush
- Singer
- Dhanush
- Music director
- G. V. Prakash Kumar
- Movie name
- Maaran
- Movie release year
- 2022
- Lyrics added on
- 29 Jan 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This poignant lullaby from the film Maaran captures a devastated protagonist mourning the loss of his beloved younger sister. He tenderly addresses her as 'Kannamma' and 'Chittu Kuruvi' (little sparrow), questioning who inflicted harm on her and asking why she remains unresponsive. Through heartbreaking imagery, he recalls her innocent mischief, endearing touches, and lively voice that used to bring light to his world. Describing his state as a collapsed wall and his world as perpetual darkness despite the dawn, he expresses the depth of his pain. He decides to stay alive only in the hope that she will be reborn and return to him, offering her a final, peaceful lullaby in the dark.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagaim)
“Indha irulil amaidhi thedu ..chittu kuruvi”
The term 'Chittu kuruvi' (little sparrow) is used as an affectionate metaphor for the delicate, innocent younger sister.
Simile / Imagery (Uvamai)
“Idindha suvaraai naanum”
'Idindha suvaraai naanum' compares the protagonist's broken mental and emotional state to a collapsed wall.
Anaphora / Rhyming (Edhugai)
“Vidindhum irulaai vaanam”
Second-letter rhyming across consecutive lines (e.g., Vidindhum / Idindha / Udhiram / Uruvam).
Repetition (Adukku Thodar)
“Kangal medhuvaai medhuvaai moodu”
Repetition of 'medhuvaai medhuvaai' creates a rhythmic, soothing lullaby effect.
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Trivia
This track marks another emotional collaboration between composer G. V. Prakash Kumar and Dhanush, who served as both the lyricist and singer for this song. The song plays at a critical emotional turning point in the movie Maaran, highlighting the intense sibling bond.
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