- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Deviyin Thirumanam
- Movie release year
- 1977
- Lyrics added on
- 19 Jul 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic lullaby and blessing song from the film Deviyin Thirumanam (1977) expresses maternal love combined with moral guidance for a child. The child is affectionately compared to a precious pearl destined for greatness and wished a long, honorable life comparable to the timeless perfection of 'Mutthamizh' (Iyal, Isai, Natakam). The lyrics convey essential life wisdom: children are divine gifts, but real character depends on nurturing righteous thoughts as one grows up. The song cautions against gaining success through unethical means, emphasizing that temporary benefits won through sin bring worldly blame, whereas a life rooted in compassion and justice earns lasting global respect.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uwamai (Simile)
“Moondru thamizhai pola ulagil nee vaazhga”
Compares the child's longevity and perfection to 'Moondru Thamizh' (the traditional three forms of Tamil: Literature, Music, and Drama).
Metaphor (Uruvagaim)
“Nalla niyaayangal anaiyaatha dheepangal”
Compares good justice and moral principles to unextinguishable lamps ('anaiyaatha dheepangal').
Emona / Rhyme (Monai and Ethirai)
“Pillaigalthaan deivaththin kondaattam / Vayathum manathum valarththaalthaan thindaattam”
Features classic Tamil poetic rhyming with alliteration across line openings (e.g., 'Pillaigalthaan' and 'Vayathum').
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Trivia
Composed by the legendary maestro M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics by Vaali and rendered by Nightingale P. Susheela, this track stands out as a memorable maternal blessing song showcasing Vaali's signature blend of simple Tamil wordplay with deep philosophical ethics.
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