- Lyricist
- Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- P. Aadhinarayana Rao
- Movie name
- Manalane Mangaiyin Bakkiam
- Movie release year
- 1957
- Lyrics added on
- 15 Sept 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
In this song, the heroine passionately pleads with her lover and king not to summon her or put her on display before the grand royal assembly. She reassures him that her love is deep and eternal, promising that she will never forget him nor separate from him in this world. She begs him not to test her devotion in front of others, assuring him that their bond will only grow sweeter and deeper with each passing day.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani / Uruvagam)
“Ezhil tharum jothi maranthiduvena”
The lover is referred to as 'Ezhil tharum jothi' (light bestowing beauty) and 'Kannaana en raaja' (king precious as eyes), directly comparing him to vital sources of sight and brilliance.
Anaphora / Refrain (Edhugai / Repetition)
“Kanindhidum ennalumae / Kannaana en raaja”
The phrase 'Kanindhidum ennalumae / Kannaana en raaja' is repeated rhythmically to reinforce the emotional warmth and devotion.
Rhyme / Alliteration (Monai)
“Kaadhalinaalae kanathinaalae”
Matching starting sound 'Ka' in 'Kaadhalinaalae' and 'kanathinaalae' creates a melodic cadence.
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Trivia
'Azhaikadhe Ninaikadhe' from Manalane Mangaiyin Bakkiam (1957) is one of the classic early breakthrough songs for legendary playback singer P. Susheela. Composed by P. Aadhinarayana Rao in a rich classical Carnatic melody, the song showcased Susheela's remarkable vocal control and gamakas, solidifying her status as a premiere playback singer in Tamil cinema history.
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