- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- P. Jayachandran
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Paritchaikku Neramachu
- Movie release year
- 1982
- Lyrics added on
- 13 Aug 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This poignant song depicts a tragic state of mind and health involving a woman who has lost her mental awareness or consciousness. Her mind lies still and silent, devoid of thought, motion, or desire. In a touching role reversal, the mother has become like an innocent child needing tender care, while her husband steps into the maternal role to look after her with devotion and sorrow. The lyrics reflect on how the wife, once the firm foundation of the household, has now collapsed under life's strains, leaving the heavy burden on the husband's shoulders. The stream of her feelings has dried up, leaving behind an agonizing quietness. Through lush metaphors and somber tone, the song explores unconditional love, duty, and deep tragedy in marriage.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Ullam ennum neerodai”
The human heart/mind is metaphorically compared to a flowing stream ('neerodai') that has now dried up.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Thaaram ennum aadharaam”
The wife ('thaaram') is directly compared to the structural foundation/support ('aadharaam') of the family.
Role Reversal / Contrast (Muran / Anthesis)
“Thayae indru saeyaanaal ... Aval thalaivan ingu thaayaanaan”
Presents a stark contrast where the mother becomes the child ('saey') and the husband ('thalaivan') becomes the mother ('thaay') to care for her.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Oru osaiyindri mounamaaga / Uranguvathval manathu”
The repetition of the initial vowel sounds ('O-' / 'U-') creates a rhythmic auditory harmony.
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Trivia
'Paritchaikku Neramachu' (1982) is a drama film directed by Muktha Srinivasan, based on a popular stage play written by Cho Ramaswamy. The song features a deeply expressive vocal performance by P. Jayachandran, set to music by Mellisai Mannar M. S. Viswanathan with evocative lyricism by Vaali.
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