- Lyricist
- Ramani
- Singer
- A. M. Rajah
- Music directors
- M. S. Vishwanathan, M. S. Gnanamani, T. A. Kalyanam
- Movie name
- Genova
- Movie release year
- 1953
- Lyrics added on
- 19 May 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song reflects on the pain, suffering, and deep-seated sacrifices of women in society. It poses poignant rhetorical questions about why women, who embody unconditional love and devotion, are continuously subjected to hardship and grief rather than enjoying happiness and dignity. Ultimately, the song delivers an uplifting and hopeful message, proclaiming that the quiet endurance and sacrifices of women in humble lives will eventually result in triumph and ultimate victory over their tribulations.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Thunbam soozhum pengal vaazhvil / Thunbam thollaiyaa inbam illaiyaa”
Repetition of the initial 'Th' sound in 'Thunbam soozhum' and 'Thunbam thollaiyaa' creates rhythmic harmony.
Rhetorical Question
“Thunbam thollaiyaa inbam illaiyaa”
Questions like 'Thunbam thollaiyaa inbam illaiyaa?' and 'Arumai ponatho?' emphasize the tragedy of women's suffering rather than seeking an answer.
Anaphora / Repetition
“Jeyamae koodumae jeyamae koodumae”
The phrase 'Jeyamae koodumae' is repeatedly stated to build emotional momentum and reinforce optimism.
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Trivia
Genova (1953) is a notable historical film starring M. G. Ramachandran (MGR). It was originally shot in Malayalam and dubbed/re-shot in Tamil. The soundtrack marked one of the earliest musical works of the legendary M. S. Viswanathan early in his career alongside M. S. Gnanamani and T. A. Kalyanam.
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