- Lyricist
- Kalaignanam
- Singer
- K. J. Yesudass
- Music director
- Shankar Ganesh
- Movie name
- Jothi Malar
- Movie release year
- 1986
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Feb 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This philosophical track reflects on the transience of human life, the unpredictability of destiny, and the illusory nature of material attachments. It highlights how humans spend their lives harboring immense dreams between birth and death, only for fate to intervene unexpectedly. The song meditates on the eternal mystery of divine creation and questions the deeper purpose of human existence. Furthermore, it reminds the listener that familial bonds, children, and material possessions are ultimately temporary loans given by the universe, emphasizing detachment and spiritual realization in the face of life's inevitable end.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Antithesis / Contrast (Ethir-inai)
“Pirappatharkkum irappatharkkum naduvilae”
Contrasting pairs like birth and death ('Pirappatharkkum' vs 'Irappatharkkum') and flourishing vs falling ('Vaazhvatharkkum' vs 'Thaazhvatharkkum') are used to define the full spectrum of human life.
Alliteration (Mona)
“Manam periya periya kanavu kandathu mudiyala”
Repetition of consonant sounds 'P' and 'K' creates a rhythmic lyrical flow.
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Intha ulagaththilae ellaam unakku iravalthaanammaa”
Comparing life's relationships and material assets to 'iraval' (borrowed goods/a temporary loan) highlights the philosophy of worldly transience.
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Trivia
Written by renowned producer and screenwriter Kalaignanam, this philosophical melody features K. J. Yesudas delivering a poignant, contemplative performance set to music by the veteran duo Shankar-Ganesh.
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