- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Anubavi Raja Anubavi
- Movie release year
- 1967
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Jul 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Azhagirukkuthu Ulagilae' from the 1967 film Anubavi Raja Anubavi is a playful, upbeat song celebrating youth, worldly pleasures, and carefree enjoyment. Written by lyricist Kannadasan, the song adopts a lighthearted philosophical stance that worldly beauty and youth are meant to be relished fully rather than wasted. The characters revel in watching the modern social life around them with humor and enthusiasm. In the second half, Kannadasan wittily satirizes contemporary 1960s fashion trends among urban youth—pointing out artificial hair (wigs) bought in shops, modern revealing clothes, and westernized mannerisms. Despite the satirical commentary, the tone remains jovial and romantic, encouraging a light-hearted approach to life and youthful attraction.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Pasumaiyaana paarvaiyodu / Pudhumaiyaana paavai rendu”
Rhyming of the second letter across lines ('Pasumaiyaana' and 'Pudhumaiyaana', or 'Arumaiyaana' and 'Ilaimaiyaana').
Moonaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Azhagirukkuthu ulagilae / Aasai irukkuthu manasilae”
Matching initial vowel sound 'A' across opening lines ('Azhag...' and 'Aasai...').
Satire / Social Commentary
“Karumaiyaana koondhal paadhi / Kadaiyil vaanguum koondhal paadhi”
Kannadasan uses humorous observations to poke fun at 1960s modern fashion accessories like wigs and revealing westernized outfits.
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Trivia
Anubavi Raja Anubavi (1967), directed by K. Balachander, features music composed by M. S. Viswanathan. The iconic comedy starring Nagesh (in a double role) and R. Muthuraman was later remade in Hindi as 'Do Phool' (1973). The song famously captures the vibrant street culture and modern trends of 1960s Madras.
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