- Lyricist
- M. K. Aathmanathan
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- T. R. Pappa
- Movie name
- Kadhal Paduthumpadu
- Movie release year
- 1966
- Lyrics added on
- 5 Feb 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Alli Sendaduthae is a lively and joyful song from the 1966 Tamil film Kadhal Paduthumpadu, composed by T. R. Pappa and rendered by P. Susheela alongside a chorus. The song celebrates youthful beauty and feminine grace, depicting a grand procession of young women whose charm captivates all onlookers. Through imagery of Cupid's chariot and romantic drama enacted through glances, the lyrics express how women's allure fills the hearts of young men with sweet intoxication and delightful passion.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Kannennum maedaiyil yeriduven”
Comparing eyes to a stage ('Kannennum maedaiyil') where the drama of love is acted out.
Repetition (Adukkuthodar)
“Aayiram aayiram nenjam thindaduthae”
Using 'Aayiram aayiram' (thousands and thousands) sequentially to emphasize the immense number of enchanted hearts.
Second-letter Rhyme (Edhugai)
“Mangaiyar oorvalam munnae varum”
The second consonant sound matches across consecutive lines ('Mangaiyar' and 'Ulagam' featuring rhythmic harmony).
Alliteration (Monai)
“Kannennum maedaiyil yeriduven / Adhil kaadhal naadagam naan aaduven”
Repetition of initial consonants like 'K' in 'Kannam' and 'Kaadhal' for musicality.
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Trivia
Kadhal Paduthumpadu (1966) features music by T. R. Pappa, a veteran composer known for incorporating classical elements into romantic film songs. Sung by P. Susheela, this song highlights her versatile vocal range in executing group choreography tracks that were immensely popular in 1960s Tamil cinema.
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