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Unakena Naan

From Unakena Naan Song – Prem John · 2020

Lyricist
Mhd Fazil
Singer
Prem John
Music director
Mhd Fazil
Details
Unakena Naan Song – Prem John2020

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Mazhai megam vaazhnthidaAs the rain clouds live on,
Unakku ingu yaarum illaiThere is no one else here for you,
Uyir thoda neeyum ingaeYou are here to touch my soul,
Unakena naanI am for you,
Male
Uyir theendum penmaiWomanhood that touches the soul,
Unnai kaiyil yendhiHolding you in my hands,
Viral thodumbodhuWhen my fingers touch you,
Unnaal uyir peruvenI gain life because of you,
Male
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Male
Poo endru nee sonnaalumEven if you tell me to go,
Thaniyaaga naan vidamaatenI will not leave you alone,
Unakena naan irupenaeI will be there for you,
Oh…Oh...
Unnodu neram ingaeThe time spent here with you,
Uyir theenda yaarumillaiThere is no one else touching my soul,
Unakena naan irupenaeI will be there for you,
Male
Oh…Oh...
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Male
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Male
Naan ingae illaiyendruIf it is said that,
SonnaalI am not here,
Thaangathadi nenjamMy heart cannot bear it, my girl,
Thevai illai yedhumNothing else is needed,
Enna solven naanumWhat more can I say?
Male
Oh…Oh...
Thooralgal podum indha neramIn this moment of light drizzle,
En madiyil neeyumYou sitting on my lap,
Undhan thalai kodhiStroking your hair,
Karaigiren naanumI melt away,
Male
Un vazhigal ellaamAll your paths,
Un vazhigal illaiAre not just your paths,
Un vazhigal ellaamAll your paths,
En vazhigaladiAre my paths too, my girl,
Male
Un mozhigalumaeEven your words,
Thevai illaiAre not needed,
Un paarvaigalae pothumadiYour glances alone are enough, my girl,
Male
Ennodu inguHere with me,
Nee irukum neramThe time you are present,
Verenna vendumWhat else is needed?
Pennae idhae podhumGirl, this alone is enough,
Male
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Male
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me,
Unakena naanI am for you,
Enakena neeYou are for me

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

'Unakena Naan' is a soulful romantic Tamil track expressing profound emotional bond, devotion, and togetherness between two lovers. The protagonist assures his beloved that he belongs entirely to her and that her presence rejuvenates his life. He conveys that no matter what difficulties arise or if she tries to push him away, he will remain by her side as her rock. The song paints intimate visual imagery of sharing cozy moments during a drizzle, declaring that her silent glances communicate more than words ever could. Her life path and his are inextricably merged into one shared journey.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Anaphora / Repetition

Unakena naan / Enakena nee

The phrase 'Unakena naan / Enakena nee' (I am for you / You are for me) repeats extensively to emphasize mutual devotion and belonging.

Imagery (Visual & Tactile)

Thooralgal podum indha neram / En madiyil neeyum / Undhan thalai kodhi

Lines describing light drizzling rain and caressing hair while she rests on his lap evoke strong tactile and visual romance.

Metaphor

Uyir theendum penmai

'Uyir theendum penmai' metaphorically frames her gentle presence as an essence capable of physically touching his soul.

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Trivia

'Unakena Naan' is an independent Tamil romantic single released in 2020 featuring Prem John, penned by lyricist Mhd Fazil. It gained popularity across social media platforms for its minimalist acoustic arrangement and heart-rending, relatable romantic lyrics.

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