- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- L. R. Eswari
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Anbalippu
- Movie release year
- 1969
- Lyrics added on
- 27 Dec 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
"Yei Enakku Theriyum" is a playful, seductive dance track from the 1969 film 'Anbalippu'. Composed by M. S. Vishwanathan, written by Kannadasan, and rendered with signature flair by L. R. Eswari, the song centers on the theme of romantic attraction and desire—referred to cryptically as "that mysterious something." The lyrics express that love and passion are natural forces that cannot be controlled; the more one attempts to suppress them, the stronger they manifest. Through sensual imagery—such as swaying like a golden tower, flowers overflowing with subtle messages, and glowing red lips—the song illustrates how attraction makes people lose track of time and continuously seek fulfillment. Kannadasan deftly balances suggestive playfulness with poetic elegance, while L. R. Eswari's vibrant vocals elevate the song's glamorous retro rhythm.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Nammai kaettu vandhadhillai / Naanum kelvi kettadhillai”
The matching ending sound '-dhillai' across consecutive lines creates a rhythmic, musical flow.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kaalam kootti vandhu sollum / Kangal kolam pottu kollum”
The repetition of the initial consonant sound 'K' ('Kaalam' / 'Kangal') aligns with classic Tamil Monai poetic conventions.
Uvamai (Simile)
“Pottu pol oru chinna malar”
Uses the word 'pol' (like) to compare a delicate flower to a tiny dot or bindi.
Metaphor
“Thanga gopuram aaduvadhai kaanavarum”
Metaphorically compares a woman's graceful, moving physique to a swaying golden temple tower ('Thanga gopuram').
Adukku Thodar (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Aanaal thedi thedi paarkkum”
The word 'thedi' is repeated twice consecutively to emphasize the endless act of searching and yearning.
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Trivia
In 1960s Tamil cinema, singer L. R. Eswari was celebrated as the ultimate voice for cabaret, club, and seductive dance tracks. Working frequently with composer M. S. Vishwanathan, her unique vocal timbre gave songs like 'Yei Enakku Theriyum' a stylish, high-energy modern appeal. Lyricist Kannadasan was known for infusing subtle philosophy even into westernized club numbers, portraying passion not as a vice, but as an uncontrollable law of nature.
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