- Lyricist
- Poovai Senguttavan
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Murali Raj
- Movie name
- Mull Illatha Roja
- Movie release year
- 1982
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Jan 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a joyful celebration of pastoral life, nature, and simple rural pleasures. The protagonist sings about the scenic beauty surrounding her—blooming chrysanthemums by the river, coconut saplings swaying like shy maidens, dancing lambs, and thriving farm crops. With water flowing freely and crops growing rich, she feels a profound sense of satisfaction that dispels all hunger. Throughout the track, she engages with her environment and village companions, offering cheerful advice to school-going children to study well and stay smart. Her lighthearted commentary on habits and hard work reflects the resilient, carefree spirit of village folk whose happiness is deeply rooted in nature's abundance.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Upamai)
“Vedala pulla manasu pola / Vekka padutho thennam pulla”
Compares the shyness of the swaying coconut sapling (thennam pulla) to the shy nature of a young girl's heart (vedala pulla manasu).
Alliteration & Monai (Initial Rhyme)
“Aathoram sevvandhi poo poothirukku / Azhagellaam paarthida kannu kaathirukku”
Repetition of initial consonant and vowel sounds 'A' across words like Aathoram, Azhagellaam, and Aasa.
Imagery (Kaatchi Anubavam)
“Ada thanni paayudhu nellu velaiyudhu”
Creates vivid visual imagery of lush rural scenery, flowing river water, growing paddy crops, and farm animals.
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Trivia
Featured in the 1982 film 'Mull Illatha Roja' starring Vijayakanth and Radha, this song is composed by Murali Raj with lyrics by Poovai Senguttavan. S. Janaki's expressive and energetic vocals add a distinct authentic folk charm, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of rural Tamil Nadu.
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