- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singers
- P. Susheela, P. B. Sreenivas
- Music director
- Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy
- Movie name
- Vazhkai Vazhvatharke
- Movie release year
- 1964
- Lyrics added on
- 11 Aug 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This poignant song expresses deep heartbreak, grief, and the destruction of cherished dreams following separation. Through evocative metaphors, the lyrics depict how a couple's lovingly built relationship crumbled like a fragile sandcastle washed away by heavy rains. The lofty aspirations of a joyful future, symbolized by golden inscriptions and gentle boat rides on the Ganges, dissolve into loneliness and sorrow.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Kudi irundha manal veedu / Mazhaiyinilae karaindhadhamma”
Comparing the fragility of their relationship and happiness to a house made of river sand that easily dissolves in rain.
Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Sangathilae thamizh vaangi / Thangathilae ezhudhi veithen”
The second consonant 'nga' matches between 'Sangathilae' and 'Thangathilae', creating rhythm and musicality.
Imagery & Contrast
“Aasai nilaa erindhadhamma”
Juxtaposes the cool, serene moon with burning distress to emphasize intense passion turning into destructive sorrow.
Synecdoche
“Ulagathilae naangu kangal / Urangaamal vizhikuthammaa”
Using 'naangu kangal' (four eyes) to represent the two heartbroken lovers weeping and staying awake in pain.
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Trivia
Composed by the legendary duo Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy with lyrics by Kannadasan, this song stands out for its use of everyday rural allegories (like building sandcastles by a river) to capture deep existential and romantic tragedy.
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