- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- K. J. Yesudas
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Nallavanukku Nallavan
- Movie release year
- 1984
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Jan 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This tender song expresses profound love, shelter, and emotional devotion toward a partner who has placed absolute trust in the protagonist. Addressing her affectionally as a gentle deer ('maane'), the speaker reflects on how she came to him seeking refuge. In response to her unwavering trust, he metaphorically offers his soul as a flower to weave a garland and uses his tears to draw a welcoming floor pattern ('kolam'). The lyrics capture a bittersweet blend of absolute dedication, vulnerability, and tragic warmth.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (உருவகம்)
“Uyir poo eduththu”
Refers to the soul/life as a flower ('Uyir poo') offered to create a garland for the beloved.
Poetic Imagery / Metaphor
“Vizhi neer theliththu Oru kolam itten”
Tears ('Vizhi neer') are poetically used as water to sprinkle and draw a welcoming kolam.
Term of Endearment (உவமை)
“Nambi vaanthaai maanae”
Addressing the beloved as 'Maane' (deer), symbolizing innocence, gentleness, and grace.
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