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Naanum Neeyum Song Lyrics – Kumbaari

From Kumbaari · 2023

Lyricist
Arun Bharathi
Singer
Aishwarya Ravichandran
Music director
Jayden
Details
Kumbaari2023

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Naanum neeyum sernthidavaeFor you and me to unite
Manam yenguthaeMy heart yearns
Naalai varum sogam ellamMay all the sorrows of tomorrow
MaraindhidavaeVanish away
Female
Nedunthooram oru payanamA long journey
Namakkaga thodangividumWill begin for us
Thodamalae nee thalli vaithuWill you keep me away without touching
Selveera…And walk away?
Vidamalae unn tholil naanumWithout letting go, on your shoulder
SaaindhukollaI want to lean
Female
Naanum neeyum sernthidavaeFor you and me to unite
Manam yenguthaeMy heart yearns
Naalai varum sogam ellamMay all the sorrows of tomorrow
MaraindhidavaeVanish away
Female
Aruginil varugayilWhen you come close to me
Alaikadal thalumbugindrathaeThe wavy ocean overflows with emotion
Anumadhi koduthiduGrant me your permission
Iruvizhi thavikkindrathaeBoth my eyes are yearning
Female
Endhan madhi meedhuUpon my lap
Kangal moodi thoongividuClose your eyes and sleep
Undhan thalai kodhaTo caress your hair
Viragal koduppenI will offer my fingers
Female
Endhan idhazh meedhuUpon my lips
Undhan idazh porthividuCover with your lips
Naane undhan thaayaiI myself will be like a mother to you
Ulagil iruppenIn this world
Female
Naanum neeyum sernthidavaeFor you and me to unite
Manam yenguthaeMy heart yearns
Naalai varum sogam ellamMay all the sorrows of tomorrow
MaraindhidavaeVanish away
Female
Inithidum iravugalSweet nights
Namakkena irukkindrathaeExist just for us
Azhagiya uravugalBeautiful relationships
Nilaithida thudikkindrathaeAche to remain eternal
Female
Ennai thandhu unnaiGiving myself to protect you
Kaakkum oru vaaipirundhalIf an opportunity arises
Kannai moodi konduClosing my eyes
Uyirum koduppenI will give my very life
Female
Naanum neeyum sernthidavaeFor you and me to unite
Manam yenguthaeMy heart yearns
Naalai varum sogam ellamMay all the sorrows of tomorrow
Maraindhidavae…..Maraindhidavae…..Vanish away... Vanish away...
Maraindhidavae…..Vanish away...

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

The song 'Naanum Neeyum Sernthidavae' from Kumbaari (2023) is an affectionate expression of romantic longing and total devotion. The female protagonist expresses her deep desire for togetherness, hoping that their union will wipe away every past and future sorrow, launching them into a lifelong journey side-by-side. The lyrics highlight a pure, maternal warmth mixed with romantic passion, as she offers her lap for him to rest and vows to care for him like a mother. Her love is unconditional to the point where she would gladly lay down her life to keep him safe and happy.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Monaai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)

Naanum neeyum sernthidavae

Repetition of the initial 'N' consonant sound across consecutive words creating melodic harmony.

Metaphor

Alaikadal thalumbugindrathae

Compares the intense surge of romantic feelings in her heart to an overflowing ocean.

Maternal Metaphor

Naane undhan thaayai ulagil iruppen

Compares romantic partnership and care to motherly tenderness and affection.

Hyperbole

Kannai moodi kondu uyirum koduppen

Exaggerates devotion to emphasize ultimate sacrifice by offering to give up her life without hesitation.

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Trivia

'Kumbaari' (2023) is a Tamil romantic drama film directed by Kevin and starring Vijay Vishwa and Mahana Sanjeevi. The soundtrack was composed by Jayden, with this soulful song sung by Aishwarya Ravichandran and penned by lyricist Arun Bharathi.

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