- Lyricist
- Ka. Mu. Sheriff
- Music director
- G. Ramanathan
- Movie name
- Devaki (1951)
- Movie release year
- 1951
- Lyrics added on
- 25 Nov 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This emotional song from Devaki (1951) expresses the profound sorrow and longing of separation between sisters. The speaker feels lost, helpless, and compares her aimless existence to that of a nomad without a home or support system. Despite positive changes in their family circumstances, she fears that life may slip away before she gets a chance to embrace her sister once again.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Upamai (Simile)
“Naadodi pol naan vaazhgiraenae”
Compares her aimless, lonely life of separation to that of a wandering nomad using the comparison word 'pol'.
Vinaa Aani (Rhetorical Question)
“Naan kaanpeno sothariyaalai paar meethilae”
Uses dramatic questions to highlight deep anguish and uncertainty about whether she will ever see her sister again.
Monaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kaanaamalunnai veenae mann melae”
Repetition of the 'K' consonant sound at the start of words ('Kaanaamalunnai' / 'Kaanaamalunnai') creating a rhythmic, sorrowful cadence.
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Trivia
Composed by G. Ramanathan with lyrics by Ka. Mu. Sheriff, Devaki (1951) showcased early playback perfection by vocal legends P. Leela and Jikki. Songs centered around sibling separation were a popular thematic element in 1950s Tamil melodrama cinema.
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