- Lyricist
- Aabavanan
- Singers
- K. Jamunarani, Jikki
- Music director
- Gyan Varma
- Movie name
- Annan Ennada Thambi Ennada
- Movie release year
- 1992
- Lyrics added on
- 13 Mar 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song reflects philosophically on the transience of human life, fake appearances, and emotional heartbreaks. It metaphorically compares relationships and life events to a 'night drama' performed behind a borrowed facade ('iraval poo mugam'), which leaves a heavy burden on the heart once the illusion fades. Using poetic natural imagery—such as the shore welcoming waves and the flower drawing fragrance—the song contemplates the bitterness of broken family ties and accepts that pain and separation are unavoidable parts of the human condition.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Mōnōi (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Iravu naadagam / Iraval poo mugam”
The words 'Iravu' and 'Iraval' at the beginning of adjacent lines create a rhythmic and harmonious Tamil poetic match.
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Iravu naadagam / Iraval poo mugam nadaththum neramadi”
Life's temporary nature and deceitful facade are metaphorically described as a 'night drama' and 'borrowed flower face'.
Nature Analogy
“Karaiyinai thedi alai varumpothu / Karaiyathai anaippathil thavaraethu”
The natural phenomenon of waves seeking the shore is used as an analogy for human emotions and seeking comfort.
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Trivia
Lyricist and filmmaker Aabavanan is well known for producing gritty, realistic dramas in Tamil cinema such as 'Oomai Vizhigal' and 'Senthoora Poove'. His lyrics often weave deeply philosophical themes into situational film songs.
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