- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- Minmini
- Music director
- Bala Bharathi
- Movie name
- Amaravathi
- Movie release year
- 1993
- Lyrics added on
- 20 Oct 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Poo Malarnthathu is an inspiring and philosophical song from the 1993 movie Amaravathi, written by Vairamuthu. The song offers motivation to overcome adversity, physical limitations, and psychological hesitation. Through vivid imagery from nature—such as flowers blooming among thorns, roots breaking through hard rocks, and oases existing in deserts—the lyricist reminds us that life is meant to be lived with optimism and courage. The song addresses disability and emotional suffering, asserting that physical disability is not a curse as long as the human spirit stands tall. True disability lies in a mind burdened by constant worry. By framing sorrow as merely the precursor to happiness and encouraging the listener to embrace new beginnings, the song conveys a timeless message of hope and resilience.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kangalae kangalae / Kanavu kaana thadai illai”
Repetition of initial consonant sounds across consecutive words to create rhythmic harmony.
Edhukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Vergal konjam aasai pattal / Paaraiyilum paadhai undu”
A classic Tamil poetic device where the second letter of consecutive lines matches in sound.
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Kavalai enbathu / Manathin oonamae”
Comparing mental worry directly to physical disability to emphasize that psychological outlook matters most.
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Trivia
Amaravathi (1993) marked the debut of actor Ajith Kumar as a lead hero in Tamil cinema. The film's musical score was composed by Bala Bharathi, with lyrics penned by Vairamuthu. This motivational track was rendered by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam.
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