- Lyricist
- Uma Devi
- Singer
- Chinmayi Sripada
- Music director
- Govind Vasantha
- Movie name
- Ponmagal Vandhal
- Movie release year
- 2020
- Lyrics added on
- 15 Feb 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This soulful track from the movie 'Ponmagal Vandhal' expresses deep, unconditional love, parental affection, and emotional rebirth. The singer reflects on how a cherished presence has rejuvenated her life, turning a barren, directionless existence into a flowering, vibrant world filled with hope and purpose. She promises to step into all roles—mother, father, protector, and friend—to safeguard her loved one from all harm and grant every happiness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Ethukai (Second-letter rhyme)
“Thaerillaa silai naan / Neerilaa nilam naan”
The second consonant sound 'r' (ர) rhymes across lines 19 and 20 ('Thaerillaa' and 'Neerilaa'), creating a rhythmic flow.
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Thaerillaa silai naan / Neerilaa nilam naan”
Comparing oneself to a statue without a chariot and dry land without water to metaphorically portray former loneliness and incompleteness.
Simile (Uvamai)
“Thozhi pol naanagiyae”
Using 'pol' (like) to compare her bond to that of a compassionate, comforting companion.
Adukkuthoodar (Repetition for emphasis)
“Un thaevai thaedi thaedi serppaen”
The word 'thaedi' (search) is repeated successively to emphasize intense devotion and effort in fulfilling needs.
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Trivia
Written by lyricist Dr. Uma Devi for the Jyothika-starrer 'Ponmagal Vandhal' (2020), this song (titled 'Vaan Thooralgal' / 'Vaa En Vaagaiye') composed by Govind Vasantha showcases tender mother-daughter bonding and themes of emotional healing.
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