- Lyricist
- T. Rajendar
- Singer
- K. J. Yesudas
- Music director
- T. Rajendar
- Movie name
- Samsara Sangeetham
- Movie release year
- 1989
- Lyrics added on
- 9 Dec 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from Samsara Sangeetham (1989) is a deep philosophical lament on how unfounded doubt and suspicion destroy family harmony. Composed and written by T. Rajendar, the lyrics portray life as a delicate glass mirror gifted by God, which foolish individuals shatter due to groundless mistrust. The track vividly describes how suspicion blinds a person to truth, turning sweet love into bitterness and tearing apart innocent children caught in marital disputes.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Santhega puyaladichchaa / Santhosha poo udhiram”
Suspicion is visualised as a devastating storm ('Santhega puyal') that blows away the flower of happiness ('Santhosha poo').
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Vaazhkkai ennum kannaadiya iraivan kodukkiraan”
Human life is metaphorically compared to a fragile mirror ('Vaazhkkai ennum kannaadi') given by God.
Simile (Uvamai)
“Kannirunthum kuradanai pola Nadappathenammaa”
Compelling comparison comparing a suspicious person who ignores obvious facts to a blind man walking despite having sight.
Rhyme / Alliteration (Ethirhai & Monai)
“Aavathuthaan pennaala endru sonnaanga / Azhivathuthaan pennaala endru sonnaanga”
Signature T. Rajendar style where words feature matching initial consonant sounds and end-rhymes ('Aavathuthaan' / 'Azhivathuthaan', 'Aan pillai' / 'Penn pillai').
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Trivia
T. Rajendar wrote, composed, directed, and starred in Samsara Sangeetham (1989). Known for his signature rhyming lyrics and dramatic themes, he collaborated with legendary playback singer K. J. Yesudas to deliver this emotionally charged song about domestic heartbreak and tragic fate.
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