- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy
- Movie name
- Kalaikoil
- Movie release year
- 1964
- Lyrics added on
- 15 Feb 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classical-style song from 'Kalaikoil' expresses the deep love and spiritual devotion of a woman towards her beloved musician/artist. Using mythological imagery, she compares her beloved to Lord Murugan, who has two consorts, playfully asking her friend if there is a place for her alongside him. She describes how his music and artistic touch brought life to hidden beauty through his fingertips, gently playing the strings of her heart and merging their souls into one. The song celebrates the magical moment of introduction and connection where love elevates art, causing the mind to forget itself in pure bliss and devotion. Set to Carnatic melodies by Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy, P. Susheela's rendition captures the elegance and subtle playfulness of Kannadasan's lyrics.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Kai viralil avan pirandhu vandhaan”
Compares the beloved musician to Lord Murugan and his artistic talent as life born through fingertips.
Adukku Thodar (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Idhayathai mella mella meeti vittaan”
The word 'mella' is repeated twice to emphasize the gentle and delicate manner of strumming the heart.
Edugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Arimugham suvaiyaai mudindhadhadi / Anneram thannai manam marandhadhadi”
Rhyming of the second letter 'ri' in 'Arimugham' and 'Anneram'.
Anaphora / Repetition
“Deviyar iruvar muruganukku”
Refrain repeated throughout the song to anchor the thematic parallel between Lord Murugan and the protagonist's love interest.
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Trivia
'Kalaikoil' (1964) was directed by C. V. Sridhar and featured Gemini Ganesan and Savitri. The film is celebrated for its art-and-music centric storyline, with classic compositions by the legendary duo Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy. This song highlights P. Susheela's masterful classical vocal control and features timeless lyrics by Kannadasan that blend mythological motifs with romantic devotion and romance.
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