Taras is a vernacular for thrush bird.  A thrush bird is a small or medium-sized bird which are mostly of a plain color with spotted underparts and many of which are excellent singers.

This song is usually sung in social gatherings as a form of entertainment and socialization. It is also sung to appease children when they become uneasy or restless.

Though the song has many versions, its rhythm and melody are constant. It has a time signature of 2/4 and has a fast and lively tempo. Its tonality is Bb major and its range is from “do” to “ti.”