- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- T. G. Lingappa
- Movie name
- Kadavul Mama
- Movie release year
- 1974
- Lyrics added on
- 9 Jan 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This expressive song utilizes dance and nature as metaphors to depict the inner turmoil and dualities of life and womanhood. The lyrics contrast outward appearances with internal emotional distress, comparing a woman's heart to flowers that blossom delightfully in a gentle breeze but wither sorrowfully when struck by a storm. The song emphasizes the sanctity and gentleness of womanhood, questioning why a noble soul should be reduced to suffering or disrespect.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Attangal pal undu”
The word 'Attangal' (dances) is used metaphorically for the games of fate and emotional roles played in life.
Contrast / Antidote (Eredhir Nilai)
“Thendral kaatril malarkoottam aadumoru / Seerum puyalil mugam thottram maari”
Contrasts the gentle breeze ('Thendral kaatril') that brings joy with the raging storm ('Seerum puyalil') that causes sorrow.
End Rhyme (Iyaibu)
“Kannukku virundhaagum kavalaikku marundhaagum”
The words 'virundhaagum' and 'marundhaagum' rhyme at the end of phrases to create musical symmetry.
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Trivia
'Kadavul Mama' (1974) features music composed by T. G. Lingappa, a legendary veteran composer who scored prominent Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films. The song is rendered with deep expressive nuances by S. Janaki and written by classic lyricist A. Maruthakasi.
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