- Lyricist
- Uma Devi
- Singer
- Saindhavi Prakash
- Music director
- G. V. Prakash Kumar
- Movie name
- Kara
- Movie release year
- 2015
- Lyrics added on
- 30 Apr 2026
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This melancholic song expresses the deep anguish and inner turmoil of a woman experiencing betrayal and heartbreak. The protagonist reflects on how sweet love, once as fragrant as a screwpine flower, has transformed into something toxic and painful, akin to a venomous snake. Devastated by harsh words and broken trust, she struggles to hold onto her identity and peace of mind as her world unravels. Through poignant imagery of rain, fire, and darkness, the song explores themes of grief, lost innocence, and emotional survival. The lyricist captures the profound sadness of realizing that the person who once meant everything has now locked away her joy, leaving her questioning whether her love will ever find safe harbor again.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor
“Thaazham poovae un vaasanai / Visham aalum paambaagi ponadhoo”
The sweet fragrance of the screwpine flower turning into a venomous snake serves as a powerful metaphor for love turning toxic.
Rhetorical Question
“Ival kaadhal karai yerumoo”
The speaker questions whether her love will ever reach safety or a peaceful resolution.
Metaphor
“Vaarthai thee mootinaai”
Words are compared to kindling that starts a destructive fire.
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Trivia
The song features lyrics written by poet-lyricist Uma Devi, set to music by G. V. Prakash Kumar and sung by Saindhavi.
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