- Lyricist
- Yugabharathi
- Singers
- Abdul Shaikh, R. Sivatmikha
- Music director
- R. Sivatmikha
- Movie name
- Burqa
- Movie release year
- 2023
- Lyrics added on
- 10 Mar 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from the film 'Burqa' (2023) expresses a deep, ethereal, and healing connection between two souls. The protagonist reflects on the inadequacy of language, noting how words always seem to fall short when attempting to articulate true love and gratitude. The beloved is described through nature imagery—a gentle rain, warm sunshine, a cluster of talking stars, and a comforting shadow carrying a motherly warmth. Ultimately, the lyrics highlight how this emotional bond serves as a sanctuary. Even amidst the stormy winds of life's grief, the beloved acts as a steady flame that touches the heart, dispels sadness, and instills a renewed desire to live and embrace life.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Neeyae en saaral mazhiyo! / Veyilo! / Vaai pesum vinmeen thiralo / Oyaamal koovum kuyilo / Uyirin iravo pagalo / Nizhalo oh…”
Multiple consecutive lines end with the '-o' sound ('mazhiyo', 'Veyilo', 'thiralo', 'kuyilo', 'pagalo', 'Nizhalo'), creating a rhythmic musical flow.
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Soorai kaatrilae sudarae / Sogam neekiyae thodudhae”
The 'So' sound repeats at the start of both lines ('Soorai' and 'Sogam'), demonstrating traditional Tamil Monai.
Muran (Antithesis)
“Uyirin iravo pagalo”
'Iravo' (night) and 'pagalo' (day) are contrasting antonyms placed together to emphasize completeness and duality.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Vaai pesum vinmeen thiralo”
Compares the beloved directly to a 'talking cluster of stars', conveying an otherworldly and magical presence.
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Trivia
'Burqa' (2023) is a critically acclaimed Tamil drama film directed by Sarjun KM, starring Kalaiyarasan and Mirnaa Menon. The film deals with sensitive themes of grief, human connection, and religious traditions across a single night's conversation. The score and songs were composed by R. Sivatmikha, who also sang this evocative track alongside Abdul Shaikh, with lyrics penned by veteran lyricist Yugabharathi.
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