- Lyricist
- T. Rajendar
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- T. Rajendar
- Movie name
- Kilinjalgal
- Movie release year
- 1981
- Lyrics added on
- 25 Mar 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Azhaginil Vilainthathu from the 1981 movie Kilinjalgal is a vibrant romantic song written and composed by T. Rajendar and sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. The song expresses a lover's deep admiration for his beloved's allure, likening her eyes to divine poetry created by Lord Brahma and her voice to intoxicating nectar. Through sensory-rich imagery involving rain, musical harmony, rainbows, and sweet wine, the lyrics convey the overwhelming joy and romantic euphoria felt in her presence.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second letter rhyming)
“Azhaginil vilainthathu / Mazhaiyinil nanainthathu”
The second consonant 'zha' is repeated in 'Azhaginil' and 'Mazhaiyinil' across consecutive lines, creating a pleasing rhythmic harmony.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Vizhiyo brahman mayakkaththil Varaintha kavithai”
Her eyes are metaphorically described as a poem crafted by Brahma in a divine trance, elevating her beauty to a sacred creation.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Vaana villennum naanam hahaa”
Her bashfulness and modesty are metaphorically compared to a rainbow, bringing vibrant color and wonder to the sight.
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Trivia
Kilinjalgal (1981) was a major blockbuster directed by Durai, starring Mohan and Poornima Bhagyaraj. T. Rajendar's soundtrack was a massive success, and SPB's playful vocalizations in this song became widely popular among Tamil music listeners.
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