- Lyricist
- Tamizhanangu
- Singer
- Deepak
- Music director
- Vijay Antony
- Movie name
- Kaali (2018 Film)
- Movie release year
- 2018
- Lyrics added on
- 23 Dec 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song expresses deep sorrow and existential pain over someone departing or passing away. The singer questions the purpose of life, the suffering endured, and why the loved one is leaving them behind. It reflects on the cruelty of the world and the futility of human relations, lamenting the painful departure.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaibu (Rhyme)
“Enna paavam senjaaiyo / Ethukaaga poranthaaiyo”
The repetition of ending sounds like '-aiyo' across multiple lines emphasizes the lamenting tone.
Monai (Alliteration)
“Patta thunbam podhumunnu / Paadhai maari poganumunnu”
Repetition of the initial 'Pa' sound in consecutive lines creates a rhythmic cadence.
Rhetorical Question
“Enna paavam senjaaiyo”
Asking 'what sin was committed' expresses feelings of injustice and helplessness.
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Trivia
The song is from the Vijay Antony starrer 'Kaali' (2018), directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi. The music for the film was composed by Vijay Antony himself.
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