- Lyricist
- Muthu Vijayan
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Srikanth Deva
- Movie name
- Thirunaal
- Movie release year
- 2016
- Lyrics added on
- 7 May 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This poignant song reflects on loneliness, identity, existential reality, and the healing warmth of human affection. The protagonist questions their origins, wondering who their mother and father are, and observing that only their shadow has been a constant companion through a painful past filled with metaphorical stones and thorns. The lyrics offer deep philosophical solace by reminding us that birth and death are natural occurrences, whereas the struggles and social constructs in between are entirely artificial. Shifted into a comforting tone, the singer reassures the listener that nature provides the sun for the day and the moon for the night. More importantly, love arrives in the form of a compassionate woman ready to wipe away tears and catch them when they stumble. It serves as a gentle lullaby urging the listener to let go of past hardships and embrace a fresh start in life.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Ethukai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Pirappathum iyarkaithan / Irappathum iyarkaithaan”
The second letter 'ra' (ற) in 'Pirappathum' and 'Irappathum' rhymes, creating a rhythmic and poetic flow.
Antithesis / Philosophical Contrast
“Pirappathum iyarkaithan ... Edhuvumae seyarkaithaan”
Juxtaposes birth ('Pirappathum') against death ('Irappathum'), and natural phenomena ('Iyarkai') against artificial constructs ('Seyarkai') to highlight life's realities.
Metaphor & Imagery
“Vandha vazhi ellam / Kallum mullum thaano”
'Stones and thorns' ('Kallum mullum') metaphorically represent the painful obstacles and hardships endured on life's path.
Moonaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Sondham endru solla / Sondha nizhalthaano”
Repetition of the 'So' sound at the beginning of 'Sondham' and 'Sondha' enhances the musicality.
Did you know?
Trivia
Thirunaal (2016) is a Tamil action drama starring Jiiva and Nayanthara. The soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva. This track functions as an emotional lullaby highlighting themes of orphanhood and redemption through love.
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