- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- K. S. Chithra, Balram
- Music director
- A. R. Rahman
- Movie name
- Paarthale Paravasam
- Movie release year
- 2001
- Lyrics added on
- 8 Jan 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a deeply passionate declaration of love and devotion. The protagonist elevates the beloved to the highest pinnacle of reverence, declaring her as paramount as a national anthem—a symbol of ultimate respect and identity. Every moment of the lover's day and night, from conscious thoughts to subconscious dreams, is filled with her presence. Through poetic imagery, the lover expresses seeing their shared future, unwritten poetry, fulfilled prayers, and an end to dark sleepless nights in the eyes and presence of the beloved. The recurring refrain 'Kaadhalae jayam' celebrates love as an all-conquering, truthful, and victorious force.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagaim)
“Neethaan en dhesiya geetham”
Comparing the beloved directly to a 'dhesiya geetham' (national anthem), elevating her to a status of absolute reverence and devotion.
Anaphora (Repetition)
“Kaalaiyum neeyae / Maalaiyum neeyae / Kanavilum neeyae / Nenaivilum neeyae”
The repetitive suffix '-um neeyae' creates a rhythmic cadence emphasizing ubiquitous presence across all times and states.
Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Kanavilum neeyae / Nenaivilum neeyae”
The second consonant 'na' aligns across 'Kanavilum' and 'Nenaivilum', adding Tamil poetic harmony.
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Trivia
'Paarthale Paravasam' (2001) marked legendary director K. Balachander's 100th film project, with music composed by A.R. Rahman and lyrics penned by veteran lyricist Vaali.
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