- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- S. Varalakshmi
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Gunaa
- Movie release year
- 1991
- Lyrics added on
- 10 Aug 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
These lines convey an intense, unconditional, and protective devotion between two souls. The speaker emphasizes an absolute understanding of the beloved, claiming that no one else can truly comprehend or comfort them in moments of sorrow. Through the tender metaphor of a mother bird stepping on her chick without causing pain or injury, the lyrics express how deep affection is naturally harmless and nurturing, no matter how intense it appears. Overall, it captures a love that transcends ordinary human understanding, rooted in maternal-like care and spiritual oneness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Thaai paravai midhithaal / Sei paravai noovathillai”
Compares the protective and harmless nature of deep love to a mother bird stepping on her chick without causing pain or injury.
Rhetorical Question
“Ennai andri yaar arivar”
Uses questions expecting no answer to emphasize that no one else can truly know or comfort the beloved.
Edhukai (Rhyming Pattern)
“Thaai paravai midhithaal / Sei paravai noovathillai”
The rhyming pairing of 'Thaai' and 'Sei' creates rhythmic harmony highlighting the maternal bond.
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Trivia
This iconic verse from the 1991 psychological drama 'Gunaa' was written by Vaali with music composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja. It deeply reflects the innocent yet intense, pure devotion of the protagonist Gunaa, played by Kamal Haasan.
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