- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Per Sollum Pillai
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 26 Jul 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song expresses the deep pain, regret, and enduring love of a mother toward a dutiful son who has departed. The lyrics highlight how the son is the pride of both his family and the entire village. Despite having sent him away in a moment of circumstance or conflict, the mother now stares constantly down the road he took, weeping for his presence and longing for his return.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Per sollum pillai nee thaanae / Oor sollum pillai nee thaanae”
The second letter consonant sound 'r' matches between 'Per' and 'Oor', creating a smooth rhythm at the start of the lines.
Adukku Thodar (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Pogum paadhai paarthu paarthu”
The word 'paarthu' is repeated sequentially to emphasize the continuous, sorrowful watching of the mother.
Visual Imagery
“Kannil kanneer kondaal un annai”
The lyric evokes a poignant visual of a mother with tear-filled eyes staring down an empty path.
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Trivia
Per Sollum Pillai (1987) stars Kamal Haasan, Radhika, and K. R. Vijaya, directed by S. P. Muthuraman with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film's narrative strongly revolves around maternal affection, sacrifice, and family obligation.
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