“Yaaro Ivan Yaaro,” a poignant song from the Tamil film “Meiyazhagan,” expertly addresses themes of unexpected love and belonging. The title translates as “Who is this person?” and the lyrics, penned by Uma Devi, delve deeply into the core of human connection and the need for belonging. This emotionally driven single includes the famous Kamal Haasan on vocals and highlights the abilities of Karthi and Aravind Swamy.
Uma Devi’s Tamil lyrics for “Yaaro Ivan Yaaro,” from the movie “Meiyazhagan,” deliver a striking narrative that delves deep into themes of longing, loss, and the discovery of unexpected familial connections. The song’s powerful chorus line, “Yaaro Ivan Yaaro Sontham,” translates to “Who is this person? Kith or kin?” This song emphatically showcases the profound influence of a mother’s love, even when it arises from an unexpected source, all from the insightful perspective of the lyricist.
Meiyazhagan Tamil Movie’s Yaaro Ivan Yaaro Lyrics English Translation
Yaaro Ivan Yaaro Sontham
Who? Who is he? Kith or kin
Yaarthaan Ivano
Wonder who he is?
Paasam Uyir Paasam Tharum
Affection! Unconditional affection, he giveth!
Yaarthaan Ivano
Wonder who he is?
Eeram Veesum Perum Thooa Anbu Tholachchen
The tender, infinite, pure affection, I lost!
Veendum Veendum Endru Thedum Urava Pirinjchen
From the bond I always yearned for I drift away
Yaaro Ivan Yaaro Sontham
Who? Who is he? Kith or kin
Yaarthaan Ivano
Wonder who he is?
Ethir Paaramalai Eenum Thaai Paasam Ivan Yaaro
Unexpectedly, overflowing with a mother’s love!
Saapame Varamaaga
The bane is the boon
Suzhalum Indha Vaalgai Ennai Thurath
The swirl of life that haunts me
Tholai En Kaalgalthaan
A coward’s legs today
Indru Meyyodu Veezhudhu
Fall, laden with the truth
Thenkiya Neerin Mel
I am a stagnated pool of water
Nee Thoovum Perum Karunai Podhum
Your shower of boundless mercy is enough
Paavi En Nenjame, Ennai Thee Moodudhe
My heart, a sinner; set’s me ablaze!
Mazhai Neeril Karandhae Povadhillai
Without dissolving in the rain!
Mazhai Endrum Mazhaithaane
The mountain stands forever tall
Thuliyodu Serndhae Veezhvadhillai Vaanam Endrume
The sky never falls With the raindrop!
Poiyaagi Thotrupogingraen
I fall as a lie and lose
Meyyaana Un Munne
In front of the truth That you embody
Eedhinri Vaalum Peranbae Endru Kaanbaen
This unparalleled affection when will I witness?
Yaaro Ivan Yaaro Sontham
Who? Who is he? Kith or kin
Yaarthaan Ivano
Wonder who he is?
Ethir Paaramalai Eenum Thaai Paasam Ivan Yaaro
Unexpectedly, overflowing with a mother’s love!
Yaaro Ivan Yaaro Music Video
The music video for “Yaaro Ivan Yaaro” reinforces the song’s emotional depth. With powerful performances from Karthi and Aravind Swamy, director C. Prem Kumar effectively portrays the complexities of interpersonal relationships while bringing the lyrics to life. Through scenes of introspection and the gradual emergence of connection, the visual narrative powerfully resonates with the overarching themes of kinship and belonging.
| Title | Yaaro Ivan Yaaro |
| Movie/Album | Meiyazhagan |
| Singer(s) | Kamal Haasan |
| Songwriter(s) | Uma Devi |
| Music Composer(s) | Govind Vasantha |
| Actors | Karthi, Aravind Swamy |