- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- K. S. Chithra
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Urimai
- Movie release year
- 1985
- Lyrics added on
- 7 Jun 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Anbae Anbae Neeyae Endhan is a soulful love song from the 1985 Tamil movie Urimai, expressing deep affection, devotion, and union between life partners. The lyrics written by Vairamuthu reflect a protagonist declaring complete romantic devotion to her partner, viewing him as her sole foundation, divinity, and reason for existence. She describes herself as his shadow and an extension of his thoughts, emphasizing total emotional and spiritual merging. The song uses poetic imagery, comparing true devotion to sacred waters and contrasting subtle inner qualities using the metaphor of the crow and the singing cuckoo. It captures a gentle plea for togetherness and shared happiness in sweet solitude.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Upamai)
“Nizhal pol naan”
The line compares the protagonist's presence to a shadow ('Nizhal pol'), signifying complete companionship and attachment.
Rhyme (Iyaibu)
“Aadhaaram naan un thaaram”
The words 'Aadhaaram' (support) and 'Thaaram' (wife) rhyme at the line endings, creating a harmonious cadence.
Ethugai (Second-letter Rhyming)
“Nadandhaal nee / Ninaithaal nee”
The second consonants in 'Nadandhaal' (if walked) and 'Ninaithaal' (if thought) rhyme with 'da' and 'na' soft dental sounds, providing rhythmic flow.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Vanak kuyil naan thaan endru”
Comparing the female protagonist to a singing forest cuckoo ('Vanak kuyil') who sings exclusively for her beloved.
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Trivia
'Urimai' (1985) is a Tamil feature film starring Suresh and Nalini, featuring lyrics written by the celebrated poet Vairamuthu.
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