- Lyricist
- Muthulingam
- Singer
- Vani Jairam
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Mupperum Deviyar
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 1 Mar 2026
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a devotional Tamil lullaby (Thalattu) in which a mother marvels at the divine child lying in her cradle, viewing the child as an embodiment of the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva). She sings in profound devotion and maternal affection, feeling blessed that the divine forces of the universe have humbled themselves to call her 'Mother'. The lyrics combine classic mythological references—such as Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhana mountain, playing the flute, and resting on the ocean of milk—with cosmic metaphors comparing the child to the sun, moon, and supreme philosophy. Through Vani Jayaram's soothing rendition, the song evokes a serene atmosphere of spiritual devotion fused with maternal tenderness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Naangu vaedham thottil katti”
The lyrics metaphorically construct a cradle out of the four sacred Vedas ('Naangu vaedham thottil katti') and describe the child's expressive eyes as living philosophy ('Vizhi pesum thathuvamae').
Mythological Allusion (Puranic References)
“Malaiyae kudaiyaai thangi vandhavanae”
Refers directly to Lord Krishna/Vishnu lifting Govardhan Hill ('Malaiyae kudaiyaai thangi vandhavanae') and reclining on the ocean of milk ('Paarkkadal').
Contrast & Metaphor
“Iravil nilavae pagalil kadhirae”
Compares the child to opposite celestial forces—the calming moon at night and the radiant sun during the day.
Initial Rhyme (Monai)
“Ezhu logam ondraai vandhu / Ezhai ennai amma endru”
Alliteration of the initial letter 'E' in 'Ezhu' and 'Ezhai' creating poetic harmony.
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Trivia
'Mupperum Deviyar' (1987) is a devotional Tamil film celebrating the divine motherly aspects of Goddesses Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Parvati. The soundtrack was composed by M. S. Vishwanathan, and this classical lullaby remains a memorable devotional track sung by Vani Jayaram, crafted with rich literary Tamil by lyricist Muthulingam.
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