- Lyricist
- ‘Avinasi’ Mani
- Singer
- S. P. Sailaja
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Jothi
- Movie release year
- 1983
- Lyrics added on
- 4 Apr 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Aasai Madhana is a playful and romantic Tamil song sung from the perspective of a heroine teasing her beloved husband or suitor. She metaphorically addresses him as Lord Manmadha (the God of Love) and her cross-cousin ('athai magan'), while comparing herself to Satyabhama ('Baama') coming to playfully punish her Krishna. Throughout the song, she describes her devotion, comparing her presence to refreshing water, sweet honey, and tender flowers that bring heavenly happiness into his life. She urges him to shed his hesitation and shyness to embrace their togetherness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second Letter Rhyming)
“Poduvadhu / Paaduvadhu / Thaeduvadhu / Kooduvadhu / Vaaduvadhu / Naaduvadhu”
The second consonant 'du' rhymes across multiple consecutive line starters, creating a rhythmic internal musical effect.
Metaphor / Simile (Upama)
“Poovil ilam poovaaga / Pongi varum thaenaaga”
The speaker compares herself to a delicate flower and overflowing honey to convey her sweetness and comfort.
Mythological Allusion
“Pudhu sandhosham kondaadum ival baamaa”
The lyricist references Lord Krishna and Satyabhama ('Baama') as well as Sri Devi, adding a classical, divine romantic flavor to the song.
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Trivia
The film 'Jothi' (1983) featured music composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and starred Mohan and Radhika in lead roles. Lyricist 'Avinasi' Mani, known predominantly as a film director and screenwriter, penned this catchy romantic track.
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