- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- K. J. Yesudas
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Moondram Pirai
- Movie release year
- 1982
- Lyrics added on
- 7 Nov 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This heartwarming lullaby from 'Moondram Pirai' conveys deep, unconditional affection and devotion. The protagonist reflects on how he lovingly nurtured dreams around his beloved, viewing her as his peace and sanctuary. Even as fate creates distance or forgetfulness between them, his devotion remains constant as he prays to God while watching over her day and night.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kaadhal konden / Kanavinai valarthen / Kanmani unai naan / Karuthinil niraithen”
The repetition of the initial 'Ka' consonant sound in consecutive lines creates a poetic rhythm.
Uvamai (Simile)
“Kanni mayilena”
Comparing the beloved's grace to that of a youthful peacock using the comparison suffix 'ena'.
Uruvagam (Metaphor)
“Kannae kalaimaanae”
Directly metaphorizing the beloved as 'Kannae' (precious eye) and 'Kalaimaanae' (artful deer).
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Trivia
This iconic song holds historical significance as it was the final song written by the legendary Tamil poet and lyricist Kannadasan before his death in October 1981. Composed by Ilaiyaraaja and rendered by K. J. Yesudas, it remains one of the most beloved lullabies in Tamil cinema.
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