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Lyrics & meaning

Aasaiyo Suvaiyanathu

From Madhana Maligai · 1976

Lyricist
Pulamaipithan
Singer
P. Susheela
Music director
M. B. Sreenivas
Details
Madhana Maligai1976

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Aaa….lalalalalalala lalalalalalalaAaa....lalalalalalala lalalalalalala
Aasaiyoo suvaiyanathuDesire is truly delicious,
Adhil aadaiyum sumaiyaanathuIn which even clothes become a burden.
Bodhaiyoo sugamaanadhuIntoxication is delightful,
Adhil poovudal thadumaarudhuIn which the flower-like body stumbles.
Female
Aasaiyoo suvaiyanathuDesire is truly delicious,
Adhil aadaiyum sumaiyaanathuIn which even clothes become a burden.
Bodhaiyoo sugamaanadhuIntoxication is delightful,
Adhil poovudal thadumaarudhuIn which the flower-like body stumbles.
Female
Nam iruvarukkum ilamaiBoth of us possess youth,
Naam irukkum idam thanimai..aa…aa..The place where we are is secluded..aa...aa..
Nam iruvarukkum ilamaiBoth of us possess youth,
Naam irukkum idam thanimai..The place where we are is secluded..
Indru enakkumidhu pudhumaiToday, this experience is new to me,
Solla idantharumaaWill my womanhood allow me
Endhan penmaiTo express it?
Lalalalala lalalalala lalalalala lalalalalaLalalalala lalalalala lalalalala lalalalala
Hmmmmm hmm hhmmHmmmmm hmm hhmm
Female
Aasaiyoo suvaiyanathuDesire is truly delicious,
Adhil aadaiyum sumaiyaanathuIn which even clothes become a burden.
Bodhaiyoo sugamaanadhuIntoxication is delightful,
Adhil poovudal thadumaarudhuIn which the flower-like body stumbles.
Female
Ilamaikku azhagalla thookkamSleep does not suit youth,
En nenjil oru kodi yekkamThere are a ten million longings in my heart.
Ilamaikku azhagalla thookkamSleep does not suit youth,
En nenjil oru kodi yekkamThere are a ten million longings in my heart.
Thazhuvaamal thaniyaadhu yaarkkumFor anyone, the passion won't subside without an embrace,
Thalladi manam thalladiThe heart totters, totters,
Thunai thedi paarkkumSearching for a companion.
Lalalalala lalalalala lalalalala lalalalalaLalalalala lalalalala lalalalala lalalalala
Hmmmmm hmm hhmmHmmmmm hmm hhmm
Female
Aasaiyoo suvaiyanathuDesire is truly delicious,
Adhil aadaiyum sumaiyaanathuIn which even clothes become a burden.
Bodhaiyoo sugamaanadhuIntoxication is delightful,
Adhil poovudal thadumaarudhuIn which the flower-like body stumbles.
Female
Idai ennum nannoolin paadamThe lesson of the waist, thin like the Nannool text,
Idhu thaanae nee ketkum kaalamIs this not the time you have been asking for?
Azhagaana idam kaanum neramAt the moment of beholding the beautiful spot,
Adaiyaala kuri poda vendumA mark of possession must be placed.
Female
Aasaiyoo suvaiyanathuDesire is truly delicious,
Adhil aadaiyum sumaiyaanathuIn which even clothes become a burden.
Bodhaiyoo sugamaanadhuIntoxication is delightful,
Adhil poovudal thadumaarudhuIn which the flower-like body stumbles.

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

The song 'Aasaiyoo Suvaiyanathu' expresses intense romantic passion, youthful desire, and intimacy. The female protagonist reflects on the sweet intoxication of love, describing how even garments feel like a heavy burden in moments of profound affection and togetherness. She highlights that youth is meant for love rather than sleep, detailing her heart's deep longings and the natural attraction between two lovers in solitude. Rich in sensual imagery, the lyrics penned by Pulamaipithan vividly convey the excitement, bashfulness, and overwhelming romantic euphoria of a young woman surrendering to intimacy.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor (Uvamaani / Urvagatu)

Adhil poovudal thadumaarudhu

The phrase 'Poovudal' compares a delicate body directly to a soft flower to emphasize gentleness and vulnerability.

Second-letter Rhyme (Etukai)

Idai ennum nannoolin paadam / Idhu thaanae nee ketkum kaalam

The second consonant 'da' matches in 'Idai' and 'Idhu', creating classical Tamil lyrical harmony.

Rhyme (Iyaibu)

Nam iruvarukkum ilamai / Naam irukkum idam thanimai..

The repetitive '-mai' endings in 'ilamai', 'thanimai', 'pudhumai', and 'penmai' create a smooth internal melodic rhythm.

Literary Allusion

Idai ennum nannoolin paadam

The term 'Nannool' references the famous ancient Tamil grammar treatise, metaphorically comparing the slimness and beauty of her waist to fine literature.

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Trivia

Featuring lyrics by the renowned Tamil poet Pulamaipithan, 'Madhana Maligai' (1976) is a classic erotic-romantic drama film directed by K. Vijayan. The soundtrack gained cult popularity for its seductive, expressive lyrics and atmospheric classical-pop musical composition.

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