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Lyrics & meaning

Endha Naalume

From Pattaliyin Vetri · 1960

Lyricist
Udumalai Narayanakavi
Singers
Susheela, Ghantasala
Music director
S. Rajeswara Rao
Details
Pattaliyin Vetri1960

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
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Female
Entha naalumae naamaeOn all days, we
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one
Entha naalumae naamaeOn all days, we
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one
Female
Entha naalumae naamaeOn all days, we
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one
Inaintha anbinaal inimaelWith united love, from now on
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one
Inaintha anbinaal inimaelWith united love, from now on
Inaintha anbinaal inimaelWith united love, from now on
Female
Entha naalumae naamaeOn all days, we
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one
Female
Inbalogam neethaanaeYou alone are the world of bliss
Inaiyillaatha ezhil maanaeO matchless, beautiful doe!
Female
Inbalogam neethaanaeYou alone are the world of bliss
Inaiyillaatha ezhil maanaeO matchless, beautiful doe!
Female
Inbalogam neethaanaeYou alone are the world of bliss
Igaththin bakyam adainthaenaeI have attained the supreme fortune of this world
Igaththin bakyam adainthaenaeI have attained the supreme fortune of this world
Female
Inbalogam neethaanaeYou alone are the world of bliss
Inaiyillaatha ezhil maanaeO matchless, beautiful doe!
Female
Manamaagiya koyilil vaiththaePlacing you inside the temple of my heart
Magizhu kondu unai saevithaenI worshipped you with joy
Madhuvaar malar maalai soodiAdorning you with a garland of honey-filled flowers
Vanangiduvaen padhame paadiI will bow down and worship, singing at your feet
Madhuvaar malar maalai soodiAdorning you with a garland of honey-filled flowers
Vanangiduvaen padhame paadiI will bow down and worship, singing at your feet
Female
Entha naalumae naamaeOn all days, we
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one
Female
Enai aandidum nyaana sakthiO divine energy of wisdom ruling over me
Unaiyandri undo keerthiIs there any real fame without you?
Ninaivinilae unathor pakthiIn my thoughts lies deep devotion to you
Nesamathae nijamaam mukthiTrue love is indeed real liberation!
Female
Entha naalumae naamaeOn all days, we
Iruvarondru peruvomaeWill be united as one

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song is a romantic duet from the movie Pattaliyin Vetri (1960) that beautifully blends romantic passion with devotional terminology. The lovers express their commitment to eternal togetherness, celebrating their union born out of pure love. They view each other as the ultimate source of happiness, elevating their partner to the divine realm.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor (Uruvagak Ani)

Manamaagiya koyilil vaiththae

The mind/heart is metaphorically described as a temple ('Manamaagiya koyil') where the beloved is enshrined.

Metaphor (Uruvagak Ani)

Inaiyillaatha ezhil maanae

The beloved lady is directly called a 'beautiful doe' (ezhil maan) to highlight her grace and gentleness.

Iyaipu (End Rhyme)

Ninaivinilae unathor pakthi / Nesamathae nijamaam mukthi

The lines end with rhyming words 'pakthi' (devotion) and 'mukthi' (liberation), adding rhythmic cadence.

Monai (First Letter Alliteration)

Inbalogam neethaanae / Inaiyillaatha ezhil maanae / Igaththin bakyam adainthaenae

The initial vowel sound 'I' is repeated at the start of consecutive lines, creating poetic harmony.

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Trivia

'Pattaliyin Vetri' (1960) featured music by the legendary master of melody, S. Rajeswara Rao. The lyrics were penned by Udumalai Narayana Kavi, a celebrated Tamil poet renowned for using classical literary devices and philosophical motifs even in romantic cinema songs. The duet is sung by two giants of South Indian playback singing, Ghantasala and P. Susheela.

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