- Lyricist
- Vithya Damodharan
- Singers
- Sam C. S, Brindha Sivakumar
- Music director
- Sam C. S
- Movie name
- Mr. Chandramouli
- Movie release year
- 2018
- Lyrics added on
- 23 Mar 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song expresses a deep emotional longing to stretch time and preserve an inexplicable, precious relationship. The lyrics convey that no amount of time or space—even as vast as an ocean—is enough to hold all the cherished memories made together. The narrator wishes for a way to pause or lengthen the passing moments so that the bond remains intact through aging, fading dreams, and the harsh realities of life.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Epiphora (Antistrophe)
“Siru naali podhaathingu / Uravaai ulava podhaathingu / Peru aazhi podhaathingu / Ninaivai nirappa podhaathingu”
The word 'podhaathingu' (is not enough here) is repeated at the end of four consecutive lines for dramatic emphasis.
Metaphor
“Neettithida paalam seiga”
Building a 'bridge' (paalam) is used metaphorically to symbolize finding a way to lengthen time and sustain a deep bond.
Synecdoche / Visual Imagery
“Naraigal mulaikkum podhum”
'Grey hairs sprouting' is used as a visual image to represent aging and the passage of a lifetime.
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Trivia
'Mr. Chandramouli' (2018) is notable for bringing together the real-life father-son duo, veteran actor Karthik and Gautham Karthik, sharing the screen together for the first time. The music for the film was composed by Sam C.S.
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