- Lyricist
- Arivu
- Singer
- G. V. Prakash Kumar
- Music director
- G. V. Prakash Kumar
- Movie name
- Jail
- Movie release year
- 2015
- Lyrics added on
- 19 Jun 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a vibrant celebration of unconditional friendship, proclaiming that true wealth does not come from money but from having a loyal, dependable friend. The narrator views his friend as his ultimate treasure, comparing the friend's unconditional care and empathy to that of a mother. Written in conversational slang, the song highlights how a friend is always a phone call away, ready to offer support in tough times and boost one's spirits. The underlying theme stresses that brotherhood and camaraderie transcend material poverty, making one feel richer than anyone else.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Upamai)
“Peththa thaaiya pola vanthu thudippaana da”
Compares the caring nature and anxiety of a friend to that of a biological mother using 'pola'.
Onomatopoeia
“Lappu tappu lappu tappu idhayam thudikkum”
'Lappu tappu' phonetically mimics the rhythmic sound of a beating heart.
Hyperbole
“Takkunu kaiya potta titanic nikkadhu”
Exaggerates the strength of their bond by stating that even the Titanic couldn't stand against their solidarity when they put an arm around each other.
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Trivia
Written by lyricist Arivu, known for combining contemporary street slang, Gana, and hip-hop rhythms, the song highlights the urban youth culture of Chennai where friendship functions as an essential support system.
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