- Lyricist
- Kalidasan
- Singer
- Swarnalatha
- Music director
- Deva
- Movie name
- Thudhu Po Chellakiliye
- Movie release year
- 1991
- Lyrics added on
- 3 May 2026
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This heartwarming Tamil lullaby conveys deep affection, comfort, and assurance to a young child who is missing a father figure. The singer, serving as a protective and caring guardian, reassures the child that they will never be alone and will be cared for with eternal love. Metaphors of priceless treasures like pure gold, untarnished diamonds, and a flowering garden highlight the child's value to the family. Set against rural Tamil cultural traditions, the lyrics refer to customary care such as dressing the child up with kohl and flowers in auspicious Tamil months like Thai and Vaigasi. The soothing rhythm and maternal imagery create an atmosphere of warmth, security, and everlasting familial companionship.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Thalaatu paada vanthen / Thathi varum muthu ratham / Thaai maaman tholinilae”
Repetition of the initial 'Tha' sound across lines creating a melodic lullaby cadence.
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Adi urukkaatha thangamae / Nee karukkatha vairamae”
Directly comparing the child to un-melted gold, an unblemished diamond, and a flower garden.
Simile (Uvamai)
“Naathoda thanniyai pola / Naanthaan thonai irupaen”
Using 'pola' (like) to compare constant support to stream water nourishing young saplings.
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Trivia
Composed by Deva with lyrics by Kalidasan, this soothing track features the distinct vocals of Swarnalatha. It highlights the traditional Tamil cultural role of the 'Thaai Maaman' (maternal uncle) who acts as a key protective pillar in a child's life.
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