- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music directors
- Bappi Lahiri, Shankar Ganesh
- Movie name
- Paadum Vaanampadi
- Movie release year
- 1985
- Lyrics added on
- 15 Nov 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Paadum Vaanampadi' is an energetic disco-style romantic song celebrating youth, romance, and the joy of expression. The protagonist compares himself to a singing skylark whose music is entirely dedicated to seeking and delighting his beloved. Through playful lyrics, he calls out her vibrant, energetic nature and asks her not to shy away but to join in the dance. The second verse delves into the sensory intoxication of love, where a simple glance from the beloved turns an ordinary day into a festival. Vairamuthu's lyricism captures both playful teasing and intense romantic anticipation, painting love as an awakening touch that gives shape to youth.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Paadum vaanampaadi naanthaanae”
The speaker directly compares himself to a 'Vaanampaadi' (skylark), representing effortless singing and soaring joy.
Personification
“Paadal Nooru unaiyae thaeduthae”
A hundred songs are given human-like qualities as they actively 'search' for the beloved.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kadhal bodhai kavithai paaduthae”
Initial consonant sound repetition with 'Ka' ('Kadhal' and 'kavithai').
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Trivia
The 1985 film 'Paadum Vaanampadi' was a remake of the famous Hindi disco hit 'Disco Dancer' (1982). The soundtrack was composed by Bappi Lahiri, bringing his iconic 1980s disco beats to Tamil cinema, with lyrics written by Vairamuthu.
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