- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- B. Vasantha
- Music director
- K. V. Mahadevan
- Movie name
- Thaaye Unakkaga
- Movie release year
- 1965
- Lyrics added on
- 30 Jan 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This soulful song from 'Thaaye Unakkaga' reflects deeply on Christian spirituality, divine will, and human salvation. The singer contemplates what message Lord Jesus Christ would deliver to a weary, suffering soul seeking peace. It serves as a gentle reminder to sinners to evaluate their life paths and seek divine guidance whenever their vision or moral compass becomes clouded. The lyrics further explore themes of destiny, stating that union and separation in human relationships are governed by God's master plan. The cross is invoked not merely as a religious icon, but as a symbol of clarity, sacrifice, and ultimate mental tranquility. Focusing on spiritual reflection brings clarity of thought, which in turn nurtures true inner peace and comfort.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaar / Ezhai nenjam amaidhi kolla enna kooruvaar”
The lines end with rhyming verbal endings 'pesuvaar' and 'kooruvaar', creating a lyrical and rhythmic flow.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Paavigalae paavigale ungal paadhaiyai paarungal”
Repetition of the initial consonant sound 'Pa' across multiple words ('Paavigalae', 'paadhaiyai', 'paarungal') creates melodic emphasis.
Rhetorical Question
“Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaar”
The song opens with a reflective question ('If Jesus speaks, what would He say?') to engage listeners in spiritual introspection.
Symbolism
“Idhai unarthuvathae naan irukkum siluvaiyin adaiyaalam”
The cross ('Siluvai') is used as a powerful symbol representing truth, endurance of hardship, and divine guidance.
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Trivia
The song 'Yesunathar Pesinaal' from 'Thaaye Unakkaga' (1965) showcases lyricist Kannadasan's extraordinary versatility in writing Christian devotional lines with deep spiritual philosophy, despite being renowned primarily for his Hindu devotional works. Composed by the legendary 'Mellisai Mannar' K. V. Mahadevan, the song features the sweet and tranquil vocals of playback singer B. Vasantha.
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