- Lyricist
- Yugabharathi
- Singer
- Sean Roldan
- Music director
- Justin Prabhakaran
- Movie name
- Thondan
- Movie release year
- 2017
- Lyrics added on
- 20 Apr 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Poivaravaa from the movie Thondan (2017) is an emotional farewell song filled with gratitude, self-reflection, and motivation. The singer reflects on how a compassionate heart transformed a troubled life into a meaningful journey, expressing a deep sense of debt and affection. Even though life may take them on different paths like two separate birds, the bond and gratitude will remain forever unforgotten.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second letter rhyming)
“Paravai rendum verudhaan / Siragin iragum verudhaan”
The second consonant sound 'ra' rhymes across 'Paravai' and 'Siragin', establishing classic Tamil poetic meter.
Metaphor (Uruvagaimai)
“Avamaanam tholvi uramaaga maara”
Failures and insults are metaphorically compared to 'uram' (fertilizer) that nourishes personal growth and success.
Anaphora / Repetition
“Poivaravaa poivaravaa”
The repetition of 'Poivaravaa' emphasizes the solemn yet loving act of bidding farewell.
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Trivia
The soundtrack for Thondan (2017), directed by Samuthirakani, was composed by Justin Prabhakaran with lyrics penned by Yugabharathi. The film heavily emphasizes themes of social justice, reform, and moral duty.
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